💨 Abstract

Minister of Correctional Services Pieter Groenewald proposed a debate on unbanning corporal punishment for minor crimes to combat prison overcrowding and reduce taxpayer costs. This sparked a national discussion on whether corporal punishment should return to schools and prisons. While some support it as a deterrent, others argue it’s harmful and reminiscent of apartheid-era practices. The Constitution and court rulings have previously banned corporal punishment.

Courtesy: Megan van den Heever