Your voice matters in South African democracy. Learn how laws are made, discover your constitutional rights, and make an impact on policies that affect your life.
Parliament is the legislative authority of South Africa. Here's how a bill becomes law—and where you can make your voice heard.
Discussion documents (Green Papers) outline initial policy thinking, evolving into refined White Papers.
A Bill is introduced by a Minister, committee, or MP. About 90% come from the Executive branch.
This is YOUR opportunity! Committees hold public hearings for written and oral submissions.
The Bill is debated in the National Assembly and NCOP. Both houses must pass it.
The President signs the Bill into law. It becomes an Act and is published in the Government Gazette.