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Our articles offer clear, thoughtful insights into issues that affect religious freedom in South Africa. They are written to help individuals, faith communities, and organisations understand their constitutional rights, stay informed about current developments, and engage confidently and responsibly in public discussions.

OP-ED: When a Religious Community Becomes a Security Category

Beloftebos Settlement Agreement Interview

Beloftebos: Settled, Not Decided

BRIEFING MEMO - What Changed on 11 February 2026?

STATEMENT: FOR SA Welcomes ANC Clarification on CRL and State Regulation of Religion

PODCAST: Fact checking the CRL with Michael Swain

Faith Taking Responsibility: Why the Religious Freedom Charter and Code of Conduct are the Real Alternatives to State Regulation

When the Law Is Enforced, Justice Is Done: Why South Africa Does Not Need New Laws to Stop “Abuses” in the Church

Is Rwanda the CRL Model for State Religion in South Africa?

Parental Rights on Trial: What South Africa Can Learn from the U.S. Supreme Court’s Ruling in Mahmoud v Taylor

The battle for Africa’s soul: how global institutions undermine African values

Global Health, Local Freedoms: Why South Africa Must Rethink the WHO Pandemic Agreement

The Omotoso Verdict: The urgent need for justice reform

Parliament considers new marriage law

The State of Religious Freedom in South Africa: A Reflection on International Religious Freedom Day