south africa: Outrage at 'mutilated' Children's Bill

Child rights groups are increasingly alarmed at attempts by Social Development Minister Zola Skweyiya to fast-track the Children's Bill ahead of next year's election. The Children's Bill - meant to replace the Child Care Act of 1983 - is a holistic approach to the rights of all children. Among other things it would have put in place a new child-friendly court system.