Is South Africa’s Constitution Really the Best in the World? A Critical Examination...
- Nixau Kealeboga Gift Mogapi
- Apr 9
- 4 min read
In recent years, the assertion that South Africa boasts the "best constitution in the world" has been echoed by various commentators, politicians, and legal scholars. However, this claim deserves rigorous scrutiny. Who originated this phrase, and what evidence supports it? As we examine the realities faced by many South Africans, it becomes increasingly clear that this assertion may be more myth than truth.
