Children's Act, 2005 (Act No. 38 of 2005)Chapter 2 : General Principles11. Children with disability or chronic illness |
| (1) | In any matter concerning a child with a disability due consideration must be given to— |
| (a) | providing the child with parental care, family care or special care as and when appropriate; |
| (b) | making it possible for the child to participate in social, cultural, religious and educational activities, recognising the special needs that the child may have; |
| (c) | providing the child with conditions that ensure dignity, promote self-reliance and facilitate active participation in the community; and |
| (d) | providing the child and the child’s care-giver with the necessary support services. |
| (2) | In any matter concerning a child with chronic illness due consideration must be given to— |
| (a) | providing the child with parental care, family care or special care as and when appropriate; |
| (b) | providing the child with conditions that ensure dignity, promote self-reliance and facilitate active participation in the community; and |
| (c) | providing the child with the necessary support services. |
| (3) | A child with a disability or chronic illness has the right not to be subjected to medical, social, cultural or religious practices that are detrimental to his or her health, well-being or dignity. |