Independent Commission For Human Rights

Independent Commission For Human Rights 🇿🇦ICHR
🇿🇦Protecting human rights, promoting justice, and holding institutions accountable.
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We investigate, monitor, and advocate for fairness in all sectors of society.

⚖️Mission: Ensure human rights are respected, protected, and promoted for all.⚖️

31/12/2025

🇿🇦Good Day South Africans🇿🇦

As we wrap up this year, the Independent Commission for Human Rights wants to thank you for standing with us in the fight for dignity, justice, and equality. We've seen tough times, but we've also seen incredible resilience and solidarity.

To those who've faced challenges, setbacks, or hurt, your strength inspires us. As we head into the new year, let's keep pushing for a world where everyone's rights are respected.

Wishing you peace, joy, and hope for the year ahead. 💛

🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRESIDENT & FOUNDER of ICHR, MR. SIPHOSETHU YEKANI 🎉On this special day, the National Executive Committ...
13/12/2025

🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRESIDENT & FOUNDER of ICHR,
MR. SIPHOSETHU YEKANI 🎉

On this special day, the National Executive Committee together with all Provincial Structures — Eastern Cape, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng — join hands and hearts to celebrate the life of a visionary leader, a trailblazer, and the founding pillar of our Commission.

Skhomo. Rhudulu. Mhlatyama. Tshangisa. Zulu. Snuka🫡🫡Mtshana wooNonzaba, Makhuma. Maxesibe🫡🫡

Mr. S. Yekani, President and Founder, today we honour you not only for your birthday, but for the purpose, courage and compassion you carry into every battle for justice.
Because of you, hope began to rise again in communities that had long been silenced.
Because of you, countless individuals believe once more that justice is possible, rights matter, and dignity must always be defended.

Your leadership continues to remind us that a Commission is not built with structures alone, but with heart, sacrifice, and the unwavering commitment of a leader who refuses to abandon the people.

Today, we celebrate:

✨ Your vision — which gave birth to this Commission.
✨ Your strength — which holds the organisation together.
✨ Your courage — which inspires every province, every volunteer, and every defender of human rights.
✨ Your heart for the people — which will forever remain the foundation upon which we stand.

From the National Executive and all provinces (EC, WC, KZN & GP), we declare this day a celebration of a leader who brought light where there was darkness, hope where there was despair, and unity where there was division.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Yekani!
May your life continue to be blessed with strength, protection, wisdom, and many more years of leadership.
The Commission exists because you first believed in its purpose — and today the entire country sees that vision unfolding.

We honour you. We appreciate you. We stand behind you.

Our President Enganyobekuyo.

Your legacy continues. Your leadership leads us. Your vision guides us.

Issued by :

Ms. L Bululu
National Spokesperson
Independent Commission for Human Rights

09/12/2025

🇿🇦PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT🇿🇦

The Independent Commission for Human Rights wishes to inform the public that we will officially close on 12 December 2025 for the festive season. Date yoba sisebenze futhi will be announced.

During this period, the Commission will only attend to emergency GBVF (Gender-Based Violence and Femicide) matters. All other services will resume upon reopening.

As the year comes to an end, we extend our warmest wishes to the people of South Africa. May this festive season bring you peace, safety, joy, and quality time with your loved ones.

We thank you for your continued trust and support.

Happy Festive Season, South Africa.

Issued by :
INDEPENDENT COMMISSION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS

🚨UNFAIR ALLOWANCES OF OUR SANDF HEROES🚨The Independent Commission for Human Rights expresses deep concern over the shock...
09/12/2025

🚨UNFAIR ALLOWANCES OF OUR SANDF HEROES🚨

The Independent Commission for Human Rights expresses deep concern over the shocking allowance rates received by our brave SANDF soldiers deployed in high-risk combat zones(DRC).

For nearly 25 years, the official danger allowances have remained unchanged, leaving our heroes earning:

R19.63 per day – Danger Allowance

R29.39 per day – Special Danger Allowance

These figures are painfully low for men and women risking their lives.

We are further alarmed by the major funding discrepancy between the allowance amounts reportedly allocated by SADC for deployed soldiers and what soldiers actually received. While allocations were understood to be around R25,000 per month per soldier, many soldiers reportedly received only R7,000 to R12,000 total over several months.

Our soldiers deserve transparency.
They deserve fairness.
They deserve dignity.

The Commission respectfully appeals for urgent attention to this matter, not as a demand, but as a plea for justice for those who protect our nation with courage and honour.

Issued by :

Mr. M Makeleni
Deputy National Commissioner
Independent Commission for Human Rights

08/12/2025

🇿🇦🎊🎉ANOTHER WIN🎊🎉🇿🇦

2 cases in less than 5 days, +- 50 Employees got paid☺

Siyaqhuba.

🚨PUBLIC STATEMENT🚨The Independent Commission for Human Rights (ICHR) hereby confirms the removal of Mr. Kosi from his po...
08/12/2025

🚨PUBLIC STATEMENT🚨

The Independent Commission for Human Rights (ICHR) hereby confirms the removal of Mr. Kosi from his position as National Legal Department Head.

This action follows reports that he allegedly requested fees or financial favours from individuals seeking assistance. The Commission wants to make it clear that ICHR services are 100% free, and no member has the authority to ask the public for money under any circumstances.

The ICHR Executive had no knowledge of any funds or payments linked to Mr. Kosi, and such conduct—if proven—amounts to serious misconduct and goes against the ethical standards of the Commission.

Regarding the Man B case, the matter was assigned to him based on his claim of being an advocate who could assist workers. Unfortunately, his actions did not align with the Commission’s mandate of protecting and promoting human rights with honesty and integrity.

For transparency:
Only Deputy President Ms. S. Mbalo and Deputy National Commissioner Mr. M. Makeleni can make decisions about donations.
No Commissioner may handle donations or request money from the public.

This statement is released to protect the credibility of the Commission and to assure the public that we remain committed to clean, ethical, and transparent human rights work.

The ICHR continues to stand firm with our people, serving without fear, favour, or corruption.

Issued by :
Mr. M Makeleni
Deputy National Commissioner
Independent Commission for Human Rights

Thank you so much, Nkosinathi 🙏We are grateful that God has guided us and shown His endless mercy. Everything we do is f...
08/12/2025

Thank you so much, Nkosinathi 🙏
We are grateful that God has guided us and shown His endless mercy. Everything we do is for the people, because of the people. and we remain committed to supporting and protecting the rights and well-being of the citizens of South Africa.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Independent Commission for Human Rights

🚨APPEAL TO THE HONOURABLE PREMIER OSCAR MABUYANE REGARDING OUTSTANDING INTERNS’ STIPENDS🚨The Independent Commission for ...
07/12/2025

🚨APPEAL TO THE HONOURABLE PREMIER OSCAR MABUYANE REGARDING OUTSTANDING INTERNS’ STIPENDS🚨

The Independent Commission for Human Rights wishes to express its respect to the Honourable Premier of the Eastern Cape, Mr. Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane, and acknowledge his recent intervention to resolve delayed stipend payments for thousands of young beneficiaries in the provincial Skills Development Programme.

We appreciate the commitment shown by the Premier’s Office in protecting the interests of the youth. However, we respectfully bring to the Premier’s attention that a number of interns remain unpaid for October and November, despite the corrective measures announced. Their names and outstanding amounts have been compiled in the attached document.

Total amount owed to all listed beneficiaries:
R747,340.00

We humbly request the Premier’s assistance in ensuring that these remaining payments are finalised urgently so that no beneficiary is left behind or financially disadvantaged.

The commission wrote to the Office of the Premier and will wait for correspondence.

The Commission stands ready to assist and cooperate in any way necessary.

Issued by :
Mr. M Makeleni
Deputy National Commissioner
Independent Commission for Human Rights

📝Human Rights Quiz – Multiple Choice📝1. What is the main purpose of human rights?A. To give special privilegesB. To prot...
07/12/2025

📝Human Rights Quiz – Multiple Choice📝

1. What is the main purpose of human rights?
A. To give special privileges
B. To protect everyone’s basic freedoms
C. To control people

2. Which document protects rights in South Africa?
A. The Constitution
B. School policies
C. Community rules

3. What is discrimination?
A. Treating everyone the same
B. Treating someone unfairly because of who they are
C. Helping people in need

4. Who must respect human rights?
A. Only government
B. Only adults
C. Everyone

5. What does the right to dignity protect?
A. A person’s reputation and self-worth
B. A person’s hobbies
C. A person’s food choices

6. True or False (choose one): All people have human rights from birth.
A. True
B. False

7. What is the right to equality?
A. Being better than others
B. Being treated fairly and equally
C. Sharing everything

8. Which right allows people to speak their opinions?
A. Freedom of expression
B. Freedom of movement
C. Freedom of trade

9. Which of these can be limited by law for safety?
A. Right to have a name
B. Right to freedom of expression
C. Right to basic education

10. What is the role of human rights organizations?
A. To ignore complaints
B. To protect and promote people’s rights
C. To create new laws

Good luck 😊🔔

06/12/2025

🎊🎉Another Win🎊🎉

Name of the company will not be mentioned since its complying 🙏

Bazo plan kakuhle u December wabo noko🙏

🇿🇦We are here to serve the Republic of South Africa 🇿🇦

🇿🇦PUBLIC STATEMENT & MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCES🇿🇦Regarding the Passing of Witness D (Mr. Marius van der Merwe)The Independen...
06/12/2025

🇿🇦PUBLIC STATEMENT & MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCES🇿🇦

Regarding the Passing of Witness D (Mr. Marius van der Merwe)

The Independent Commission for Human Rights extends its deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mr. Marius van der Merwe, known publicly as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission.

We are deeply saddened and concerned by his tragic passing. Mr. van der Merwe was killed in Brakpan after giving critical testimony against high-ranking EMPD officials. His bravery in exposing corruption should have been met with protection — not with fatal consequences.

A CRITICAL QUESTION: Why Was He Not Protected?

South Africa has clear legal provisions that require the State to protect individuals who testify against organised crime, corruption, or any matter that places their life in danger.

LEGAL BASIS FOR WITNESS PROTECTION

Under the Witness Protection Act 112 of 1998, the State is obligated to ensure the safety of witnesses whose lives are at risk because of their testimony.
The Act states:

Section 7(1): A witness “must be placed under protection if the Director (of Witness Protection) is satisfied that their safety is threatened or that they may be harmed as a result of giving evidence.”

Section 2: Establishes that witness protection exists “to enable such persons to testify freely, without fear, and in the interest of justice.”

If a witness, especially one testifying against senior officials, is exposed to danger, the State has a legal and moral duty to intervene.

The Commission strongly condemns the circumstances that led to the death of Mr. van der Merwe.
His passing raises urgent questions:

❌Why was a key witness testifying against powerful individuals not placed under protection?

❌Were risk assessments conducted?

❌Was any formal request for protection made or ignored?

❌Who failed in their duty to protect him?

Closing Condolences

To the family of Mr. van der Merwe:
We honour his courage, and we stand with you in your grief. His sacrifice must not be in vain, and his testimony must continue to open the path to justice.

May his soul rest in peace, and may justice be served.

Issued by :

Ms. S Mbalo
Deputy President
Independent Commissioner for Human Rights

🇿🇦Crimen Injuria case successfully opened 🇿🇦The Independent Commission for Human Rights confirms that a Crimen Injuria c...
05/12/2025

🇿🇦Crimen Injuria case successfully opened 🇿🇦

The Independent Commission for Human Rights confirms that a Crimen Injuria case has been officially opened today at Vulindlela Police Station, Mdantsane by our Provincial Legal Department Head, Mr. Z. Gxalatane.
The matter is registered under CAS 31/12/2025.
Other charges may be added.

This follows false, defamatory and dignity-violating statements made by Mr. Lunga Ngcabashe, accusing the Commission of fraudulent activity without any evidence. Such allegations directly harm the integrity and reputation of the Commission and undermine the work we do for communities across South Africa.

We further state that any additional posts, videos, or content published by Mr. Ngcabashe using the Commission’s name, logo, or reputation will be added as further evidence and will be used against him in a court of law.

The Commission remains committed to transparency, accountability, and protecting the dignity of its members and beneficiaries.

Issued by:

Mr. Z Gxalatane
Provincial Legal Department Head(EC)
Independent Commission for Human Rights
05 December 2025

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