In the final episode of “Under The Microscope” Season 2, our lekker and learned comedian Riaad Moosa delves into the rich history and significance of the South African Constitution. Starting from the early peace treaty of Vereeniging to the current revered Constitution of 1996, he traces the evolution of South Africa’s legal framework. Riaad humorously critiques past constitutions, highlighting their exclusion of people of colour and the absurdity of the tricameral parliament.

He underscores the transformative power of the 1996 Constitution, emphasising its role in establishing democracy and equal rights. Despite the progress, he acknowledges ongoing challenges like poverty and unemployment, and the necessity of actively engaging with the Constitution to demand justice and equality.

Riaad celebrates the Constitution’s unique provisions for affirmative action and socio-economic rights, which surpass those in many other countries. He encourages South Africans to leverage these rights, get involved, and defend democracy, rather than abandoning the country for seemingly greener pastures.

With a call to action for active citizenship and critical engagement, Riaad wraps up the episode and the Defending Democracy Season, by reaffirming the Constitution’s potential to create a just society.