documentThe lack of funding for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) that protect the rights of children is a huge impediment to their work. NGOs have applied for certification by the Department of Social Development, but they don't get any funding, which leaves us at a disadvantage. The lack of funding, they said, is a direct contradiction to section 35 of the Amendment Bill, which compels MECs to prioritise the funding of NGOs. Close Sign up for free AllAfrica Newsletters Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox Top Headlines South Africa Human Rights Children By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy. Following the hearings, Members of Parliament in the committee called for a collaborative effort to ensure that children's rights are protected.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 10, 2021 15:05 UTC