FW De Klerk Foundation
The FW De Klerk Foundation is a South African nonprofit organisation established to promote constitutional democracy, good governance and human rights. The foundation was created by FW de Klerk, South Africa's last apartheid-era president, who served from 1989 to 1994 and shared the Nobel Peace Prize with Nelson Mandela in 1993 for their roles in negotiating the end of apartheid. The organisation's mandate centres on advancing the principles of the South African Constitution, fostering national dialogue and supporting the rule of law. It conducts research, publishes policy papers and engages in public advocacy on issues affecting democratic governance in South Africa and beyond. The foundation also works to preserve and communicate the legacy of the political transition that brought about South Africa's democracy. It operates from South Africa and participates in international forums on democracy and human rights. Following FW de Klerk's death in November 2021, the foundation has continued its work under new leadership. The organisation remains active in public debate on constitutional matters, minority rights and the health of South African democratic institutions.
FW De Klerk Foundation Updates
FW de Klerk Foundation Marks 30 Years Since The Adoption of South Africa's Constitution
8th May 2026 Today marks thirty years since the Constitutional Assembly adopted South Africa’s Constitution. The Assembly was South Africa’s first... →
Khampepe Commission must subpoena former Presidents for cross-examination
6th March 2026 The evidence of former senior prosecutors to the Khampepe Commission paints a damning picture of political manipulation to stop perpetrators of... →
FW de Klerk Foundation Pays Tribute to the Life and Legacy of Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota
5th March 2026 The FW de Klerk Foundation notes with sadness the passing of Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota and extends its sincere condolences to his family, colleagues... →
Civil society expected electoral reform commitments during SoNA, reiterates call for change
By: Sashnee Moodley 13th February 2026 A coalition of civil society organisations on Friday noted that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address made no mention of clear... →
Daily Podcast – January 21, 2026
By: Halima Frost 21st January 2026 Making headlines: South Africa's inflation rate edges up in December, as expected; Parly committee confident 2026 Budget will consider scholar... →
De Klerk Foundation condemns Nobel Peace Prize being used as ‘political currency’ 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 21st January 2026 The FW de Klerk Foundation has slammed Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s decision to give her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US... →
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