Section 16 Constitution of South Africa 1996
Section 16 Constitution of South Africa 1996
Section 16 of the Constitution of South Africa 1996 (as amended) is about Freedom of expression. It is under Chapter 2 of the Constitution. Chapter 2 is titled ‘Bill of Rights‘.
1. Everyone has the right to freedom of expression, which includes
a. freedom of the press and other media;
b. freedom to receive or impart information or ideas;
c. freedom of artistic creativity; and
d. academic freedom and freedom of scientific research.
2. The right in subsection (1) does not extend to
a. propaganda for war;
b. incitement of imminent violence; or
c. advocacy of hatred that is based on race, ethnicity, gender or religion, and that constitutes incitement to cause harm.
See also:
Section 13-14 Constitution of South Africa 1996
Section 15 Constitution of South Africa 1996