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Ten fundamental values and human rights as set out in the South African Constitution
As citizens of this country and learners with a senior position in your school, you should know the basic values and rights as outlined in the constitution of our country. You must reflect on the content, make sure that you understand it, and follow the guidelines that have been set out in it. Seeing that the present government and the new constitution were only instituted in 1995, many people are still unaware of their rights and responsibilities as citizens of this country.
Read the table below attentively and discuss it with your educator and classmates.
| Human rights | Description |
| 1. Democracy | We strive towards a sovereign, democratic South Africa:
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| 2. Social rights and equity | We strive towards a free and secure country:
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| 3. Equality | We strive towards a country where everyone is equal before the law:
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| 4. Non-racism and non-sexism | We strive towards a country where previous racism and gender discrimination will be eradicated systematically:
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| 5. Ubuntu (human dignity) | We acknowledge the need for:
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| 6. An open community | We strive towards a country with a transparent constitution and judiciary:
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| 7. Accountability and responsibility | We strive towards a country where each citizen accepts responsibility for his/her own actions:
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| 8. Rule of law | As a state, South Africa is founded on the constitution as the highest authority, and the rule of law is supreme:
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| 9. Respect |
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| 10. Reconciliation | We aspire to a future where our country and its people will be characterised by a sense of unity and peaceful co-existence:
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| Learning outcomes(LOs) |
| LO 2 |
| SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions. |
| Assessment standards(ASs) |
| We know this when the learner: |
| 2.1 discusses the application of human rights as stated in the South African Constitution; |
| 2.2 explains how to counter gender stereotyping and sexism; |
| 2.3 discusses the significance of volunteer organisations; |
| 2.4 explains how recognition of diverse cultures can enrich South African society; |
| 2.5 explains the role of oral traditions and scriptures in a range of the world’s religions. |
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