Constitution

Vice President Sara Duterte's defense team labeled the House committee on justice's 'mini-trial' as unconstitutional following her decision to skip the initial hearing on two remaining impeachment complaints.

March 22, 2026 Reported by AI

An opinion piece published on 22 March 2026 highlights how, nearly 30 years after South Africa's Constitution promised dignity and equality, many women continue to face violence. It references the murder of Shila in Limpopo and urges action from government, civil society and the private sector.

The AbaThembu monarchy in South Africa faces scrutiny for reportedly accepting donations linked to Israel outside formal state protocols. This development highlights tensions between traditional leadership and the country's constitutional framework. It also raises questions about consistency in South Africa's foreign policy stance on Israel.

February 11, 2026 Reported by AI

The House of Representatives will apply the same constitutional standards to impeachment cases against Vice President Sara Duterte as those used against President Marcos, according to the justice committee chairperson. This comes after the plenary adopted the committee's report dismissing two complaints against the president for lack of substance. However, the complaints against Duterte have not yet been referred to the committee.