The Constitution continued

South Africa’s Constitution is the supreme law of the land — and it protects the values that guide ethical healthcare.

Section 9 — Equality before the law.

Section 10 — The right to dignity.

Section 16 — Freedom of expression and belief.

Section 27 — The right to access healthcare services.

Together, these rights form the legal and moral foundation of medical ethics in South Africa. Upholding them means practising care rooted in respect, evidence, and shared humanity.

Ethics. Equality. Evidence.