Article 33. General
Rights of women
This is the official English text as consolidated on 31 December 2023. The English text is the law.
Women shall be accorded full and equal dignity of the person with men.
The State shall provide the facilities and opportunities necessary to enhance the welfare of women to enable them to realise their full potential and advancement.
The State shall protect women and their rights, taking into account their unique status and natural maternal functions in society.
Women shall have the right to equal treatment with men and that right shall include equal opportunities in political, economic and social activities.
Without prejudice to Article 32 of this Constitution, women shall have the right to affirmative action for the purpose of redressing the imbalances created by history, tradition or custom.
[Repealed.]