Did Jackie Selebi really propose legalizing prostitution for 2010?

Question

I know that legalizing prostitution will give the government a chance to "control" the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS with regular check-ups on prostitutes. Is this the democracy we voted for? Or just moral chaos?

Answer 1

I think most people are missing the point. He was only suggesting that it be legallized for the duration of the 2010 World Cup. Check-ups for girls and removing the criminal element was never his intention. The issue was only raised to ensure that they don't need to spend any manpower on the tourists who will be suffering from Jungle Fever.

In my opinion it is also just a way to do some preemtive PR damage control. Can you imagine how many tourists will be in situations where police officers are going to be extorting money from them if they are arrested for visiting the prostitutes. This won't look good at all because they will all be telling their story once they get home.

As far as whether it is the democracy you voted for? Yes. This would be it. Everything that has happened and will happen is what people have voted for. Cool hey?

Answer 2

I think it's a good idea. Let's face it, prostitution has been around for thousands of years, and it probably won't stop anytime soon.
Prostitutes are often desperate women, born into a desperate society, and despised and hated by everyone - except those who use them of course ;). They have little or no support, and probably spread (knowingly& unknowingly) AIDS & STD's. With the government recognising prostitution as legal employment, they can at least get a little medical support.
Admittidly, the government may just screw things up, what with corruption & all, but maybe it would turn out for the best.

I also agree with Zim...$. Legalise it! Forever! Stupid to legalise it just for 2010, what's that saying about our attitude towards our constitution? That like saying we can change any human right etc. on a whim!

Answer 3

Poepies - Sies!

But, yes, he did. I don't like that man and his ideas but I fully support him on this. However, I don't agree that this should be done for 2010 only. It should be done forever and ever. It happens now and many women become victims of rape or are forced to do it without protection. They then have no legal recourse. And, honestly, why should the state regulate how consenting adults should conduct their private sexual activities?

And above all, legalising it will help our fight against STDs. .... and (on a lighter note) there'll be Zim..$ for our taxes!!!!

Answer 4

I think that he then can make use of this service without feeling guilty. If he can drive around in a stolen car, get connected to the Bret Kebble case, he surely could get involved in prostitution...

Answer 5

Prostitution IS criminal in areas of Nevada. i'm especially specific it does not might desire to be provided as a level interior the college gadget, nevertheless. maximum folk in contact with this industry especially lots have the occupation discovered from the get-bypass. playstation : Everett? maximum regulations, even here interior the uber-Christian united statesof A., are no longer based on the Bible. you recognize, it truly is that total 'separation of church and state' subject. you could no longer make something criminal purely by using fact it truly is approved interior the Bible (like slavery and murdering your man or woman little ones in the event that they sass you), or unlawful by using fact it truly is condemned interior the Bible (like homosexuality). .

Answer 6

I agree with Zim..$ it should be legalized period and it would also ensure that the pimps and drug lords are eliminated and with regular check ups the spread of aids would also be curtailed.

Answer 7

he actually did propose it, and there is yet to be an answer.

several countries which have legalised prostitution have seen a decline in STD's as well as other related crimes and diseases.

Answer 8

That idea worked in Holland - The girls see doctors regularly and so their "visitors" are safer and in the end they are safer too.

Do you think this business is ever going to stop?

If it means a cleaner safer environment for all concerned with minimum conditions and cleanliness then I say go for it !!!!!!

Answer 9

This is the kind of deluded cretin that South Africans have allowed to run the Country. With amongst the highest HIV rates in the World the last thing SA needs to do is legalise prostitution. How on Earth would they control these prostitutes getting check ups? They are totally unable to Police or control anything and besides the Public Hospitals are an absolute shambles and disgrace. He probably saw an opportunity to make money for himself and his gang but really what a waste of space Selebi is.
Read this:
Doctors for Life International (DFL) is appalled by the fact that South Africa would consider rolling out the welcome mat for organised crime syndicates who trade in human lives, exploiting the poor and desperate, and forcing them into the sex trade.



We also find it strange for the government to pass new legislation on smoking in private places (which is much more difficult to enforce) while wanting to give up policing intoxication in public places because of the lack of staff to enforce the law.





In an address to Parliament, the National Police Commissioner, Jackie Selebe, asked that prostitution and public drinking be legalised for the duration of the 2010 Soccer World Cup.



One wonders how the average policeman must keep his motivation if the Commander-in-Chief is capitulating simply because he is overwhelmed by the crime in the country. We also find it strange for the government to pass new legislation on smoking in private places (which is much more difficult to enforce) while wanting to give up policing intoxication in public places because of the lack of staff to enforce the law.



Approximately 40 000 women and children were trafficked into Germany to accommodate the demand for sex during the World Cup Games. The same can be expected for South Africa and as women and children are being used as merchandise to cash in on the event, they, however, will not be the ones to benefit. Pimps, syndicates and drug dealers will be lining their pockets and are not about to go away at the end of the games.



Prostitution is an act of violence, which is intrinsically harmful and traumatising to people in prostitution. Improving the circumstances under which the prostitute works does not reduce the harm done. In South Africa, the cry for help in this regard was echoed in a survey carried out among 475 sex workers. When asked, "What do you need?" 89% replied, "To leave prostitution." 75% of the responders wanted job training that would enable them to get out of the trade.



On the other hand, as it is the vision of DFL to protect and enhance "life" in its broader context, we have been intensively involved in formulating strategies that prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS. Prostitution is one of the major contributing factors to the spread of HIV/AIDS and therefore one of our biggest concerns. The likelihood of contracting HIV/AIDS or any other Sexually Transmitted Infection is proportional to the number of sexual partners a person has. The overall HIV prevalence amongst people in prostitution in South Africa has been reported to be as high as 56%, almost twice as high as the general population.



DFL is therefore calling on government to take immediate action against the sexual exploitation of women and children for the 2010 world cup, take precautionary measures to curb the further spread of HIV and AIDS and find other suitable ways to attract revenue.



The Sexual Offences Act 23 of 1957 criminalises the keeping of a brothel as well as sex for reward. In Jordan v The State (2002) the Constitutional Court confirmed the constitutionality of the crimes of prostitution and brothel keeping. (DFL provided expert evidence as to the health risks surrounding prostitution in this case). Prostitution is therefore completely illegal for all ages in South Africa. However, Parliament is also in the process of amending the Sexual Offences Act which, if passed, will specifically impose severe sentences for child prostitution. In the Jordan case the Constitutional Court also criminalised the paying for sex – making the prostitute and the client equally culpable.



Debbie Toughey has personally been involved in prostitution and has firsthand experience with regards to human trafficking. DFL is a non-profit organisation of more than 1300 doctors and professors and continually provides assistance, support and counselling to women and children wishing to escape prostitution. For more information visit: www.doctorsforlifeinternational.com

Answer 10

As long as the prostituties pay tax for their income...