B. JUDICIAL MEASURES 127. There are no judicial measures to report on. C. ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURES 128. The Commission is invited to take note of the procedures that exist under the HRC, Commission for Investigations and the PPCA, as already discussed. D. OTHER MEASURES 129. Government has created an enabling environment for members of the public to form any organizations that promote equality before the law and protect human rights. Through the Societies Act, a number of NGOs have been registered, which among other things sensitise and educate members of the public on issues of human rights and also offer legal assistance to the vulnerable. Some of these NGOs include the Women in Law in Southern Africa, Foundation for Democratic Process and the Young Women’s Christian Association. D. FACTORS AND DIFFICULTIES 130. Some of the factors and difficulties experienced by the State party in guarantying equality before the law include the following: (a) Though the Legal Aid Department is set up for the benefit of the entire population, it is restricted in its operation by 66

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