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Judicial system
legislative power
The constitution is the
supreme law of the country
binds
executive power
judicial power
Main courts:
decisions of these courts are an important source of law
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These courts can declare invalid any law or conduct that is inconsistent with the constitution
Constitutional democracy
consists of
Sources of information:
Three-tier system of government
The President
Ministers
http//:www.gov.za
The Deputy President
http//:www.parliament.gov.za
local
national
provincial
Legislative authority = make and pass laws
(in accordance with the constitution)
Since 1994: public participation is more accessible
sometimes
"joint business"
Two houses:
(distinct role and functions)
National Assembly
National Council of Provinces (NCOP)
National Assembly
Represents provincial interest
(10 representatives from each province)
to represent people
Elected:
Two ways
to ensure domocratic
governance
participate in the national
legislative process
provide a national forum for provinces's consideration
for a term of five years
It ensures that the three spheres of government work together to perform their unique functions