Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996
Freedom of trade, occupation and profession
- Jurisdiction
- South Africa
- Provision
- 22
- Source language
- English
- Recorded status
- in force
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- Recorded status
- in force
Provision text
Official sourceEvery citizen has the right to choose their trade, occupation or profession freely. The
practice of a trade, occupation or profession may be regulated by law.
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Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 · justice.gov.za · Retrieved 17 August 2026.
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