Despite immense progress since South Africa became a democracy, concerns abound about certain Bills that, if enacted, would negatively affect civic and political space, in turn affecting human rights -- including media freedom and access to justice. Also, the government’s failure to effectively deliver water, sanitation, and adequate housing to the most vulnerable in society has resulted in many service delivery protests and a subliminal intolerant discourse. South Africa grapples with increasing corruption and maladministration within state institutions. However, constitutional institutions supporting rule of law and human rights continue to work to expose incidents of corruption and push for transparency, accountability, and oversight.