Older persons enjoy the rights contemplated in section 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and in particular may not be unfairly denied the right to—
| (a) |
participate in community life in any position appropriate to his or her interests and capabilities; |
| (b) |
participate in inter-generational programmes; |
| (c) |
establish and participate in structures and associations for older persons; |
| (d) |
participate in activities that enhance his or her income-generating capacity; |
| (e) |
live in an environment catering for his or her changing capacities; and |
| (f) |
access opportunities that promote his or her optimal level of social, physical, mental and emotional well being. |
Superior Courts Act, 2013
