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South Africa Legalizes Laptops for Inmate Education

5/2/2025

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In a landmark decision, South Africa's Constitutional Court has overturned the ban on inmates using personal laptops for education, deeming it unconstitutional. This ruling underscores the importance of education behind bars, mandating a new policy within a year that will enable registered students to access vital learning resources, albeit without internet connectivity.

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In a landmark decision, South Africa's Constitutional Court has overturned the ban on inmates using personal laptops for education, deeming it unconstitutional. This ruling underscores the importance of education behind bars, mandating a new policy within a year that will enable registered students to access vital learning resources, albeit without internet connectivity.