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The constitution of Botswana addresses fundamental [[human rights]] principles such as [[freedom of speech]], [[Freedom of assembly]] and the right to life<ref>http://www.commonlii.org/bw/legis/const/1966/</ref> |
The constitution of Botswana addresses fundamental [[human rights]] principles such as [[freedom of speech]], [[Freedom of assembly]] and the right to life<ref>http://www.commonlii.org/bw/legis/const/1966/</ref> |
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==Freedom of speech and press== |
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The constitution addresses the notion of [[freedom of speech]] and this is generally respected by the government. <ref name="2009 Human Rights Report"></ref> |
The constitution addresses the notion of [[freedom of speech]] and this is generally respected by the government. <ref name="2009 Human Rights Report"></ref> |
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Human rights in Botswana are protected under the constitution. The 2009 Human Rights Report by the United States Department of State noted that in general the government of Botswana has respected the rights of its citizens[1].
Constitution
The constitution of Botswana addresses fundamental human rights principles such as freedom of speech, Freedom of assembly and the right to life[2]
Issues
Freedom of speech and press
The constitution addresses the notion of freedom of speech and this is generally respected by the government. [1]
References
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