, SSL2601 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2
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Unisa Social Security Movement (USSM) is a group of students
that share notes and ideas on South Africa’s social security law.
This movement argues that due to its sensitive nature, the right
to have access to social security is absolute and not subject to
any limitations. The movement further submits that because of
its importance, this right must be realised immediately. With
reference to the relevant provisions of the Constitution, briefly
discuss the correctness of these two submissions. (Answer must
not exceed one (1) typed page).
Analysis of the USSM's Submissions on Social Security
Rights
1. The Right to Social Security as an Absolute Right
The Unisa Social Security Movement (USSM) posits that the
right to access social security is absolute and not subject to
limitations. This assertion requires an examination of the South
African Constitution, particularly Sections 27 and 36.
Section 27(1)(c) of the Constitution of the Republic of South
Africa, 1996, guarantees everyone the right to have access to
social security, including, if they are unable to support
themselves and their dependents, appropriate social assistance.
However, Section 27(2) states that "the state must take
reasonable legislative and other measures, within its available