South Africa signs Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Act
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Act on May 9, 2024, which criminalizes hate crimes and hate speech based on characteristics including sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics. The law provides for penalties of up to eight years in prison and aims to offer more comprehensive legal recourse than previous common law. LGBTQ organizations in South Africa have welcomed the law, though some note it may not change attitudes but provides tools for accountability.
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