South Africa
Overview
ICNL’s resources and information on South Africa.
Key Resources

Civic Freedom Monitor: South Africa
ICNL’s Civic Freedom Monitor provides up-to-date information on legal issues affecting civil society and civic freedoms, including the freedoms of association, expression, and peaceful assembly.
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Global Grantmaking Country Notes: South Africa
In partnership with the Council on Foundations, ICNL maintains reports on over 30 countries that help U.S grantmakers undertake equivalency determinations for foreign grantees. The reports in this series describe the legal frameworks for nonprofit organizations and provide translations of relevant legislative provisions.
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Digital Surveillance and the Impact on Civil Society in Africa: Experiences from South Africa
Digital surveillance in South Africa is placing new pressures on civil society, human rights, and democracy. This report analyzes legal gaps, documents impacts on civil society, and offers recommendations to strengthen oversight and protect civic freedoms.
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South Africa Philanthropy Law Report
This report explores the current state of laws and regulations affecting philanthropy, unpacking the history, and the present-day legal environment.
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South Africa
Elections and Civic Space: Lessons from Africa
Digital Rights Alliance Africa
South Africa Digital Legal Library Documents
General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorism Financing) Amendment Act 22
Cybercrimes Bill
Protection of Personal Information Act
Companies Amendment Act of 2011
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