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
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