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Parliament Passes Sweeping Children’s Amendment Bill to Strengthen Protections

01 November 2026

South Africa's Parliament has passed the Children’s Amendment Bill, a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at strengthening child protection by expanding mandatory reporting obligations and reinforcing prevention and early intervention measures.

The Department of Social Development proposed these changes to address gaps in the current system and ensure better coordination between government agencies and child welfare organizations.