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Submitted | first-name | support | top-concern | message |
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2024-06-20 09:15:59 +02:00 | Mzi | No I do not | my right to privacy | |
2024-06-19 17:12:06 +02:00 | AMANDA | No I do not | my right to privacy | I am writing to express my strong opposition to the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill currently before Parliament. If passed into law, this bill will enable the government to mass monitor the phone conversations, emails, private messenger services, and web browsing logs of every South African, all behind a veil of secrecy in the name of “national security.” The bill, in its current form, includes provisions that are deeply troubling and pose significant threats to our constitutional rights and civil liberties. Specifically, the bill proposes to: - Allow South Africa’s intelligence agencies to conduct security competence tests on any person, religious organization, and/or NGO. - Expand the definition of “national security” to include not only threats but also potential threats, opportunities, and even potential opportunities. - Broaden the definition of a “threat to national security” to encompass “subversion and undue influence by hostile interests on Government processes, policies, and the sovereignty of the State and its organs.” This definition is so expansive that it could easily be used to target members of civil society who legitimately oppose policies, regulations, and draft legislation. The timing of this bill's introduction is equally concerning. With the expiry of Parliament’s present term just around the corner, it is alarming that such a significant and potentially draconian law is being introduced at this late stage. The expedited process through which this bill is being pushed raises serious questions about the transparency and democratic legitimacy of the legislative process. The potential for abuse of power inherent in this bill cannot be understated. The broad and vague definitions of threats and national security give the government sweeping powers that could easily be misused to silence dissent and stifle free speech. This bill represents a drastic interference with the privacy and freedoms of South Africans and sets a dangerous precedent for government overreach. I urge you to reconsider the implications of this bill and to oppose it in its current form. It is imperative that we protect the constitutional rights and civil liberties that are foundational to our democracy. I call on you and your colleagues in Parliament to reject this bill and to seek a more balanced approach to national security that does not come at the expense of our fundamental freedoms. Thank you for your attention to this critical matter. I hope you will act to safeguard the rights of all South Africans. Sincerely |
2024-05-16 09:17:22 +02:00 | Jacob | No I do not | my right to privacy | |
2024-05-03 14:39:34 +02:00 | Elma | No I do not | Other | All laws taking control of our God given rights to participate in the governing of the country in accordance with God Almighty 's laws and guidance. Protecting our children against the sinful teachings directly against our Creators standards set by Him in His Word. The nullifying the authority ordained by God to teach and guide children |
2024-04-16 12:26:51 +02:00 | Jan | No I do not | my right to privacy | |
2024-04-13 09:54:45 +02:00 | Psul | No I do not | my right to privacy | |
2024-04-12 13:47:22 +02:00 | Ozanne | No I do not | my right to privacy | |
2024-03-30 13:18:07 +02:00 | Regan | No I do not | my right to privacy | |
2024-03-26 17:07:57 +02:00 | Penny | No I do not | Other | |
2024-03-19 09:23:16 +02:00 | DAVID | Not fully | my right to privacy |