A/HRC/21/16 appreciated the establishment of the traditional administration. Sudan asked about its effect on stability and security. 71. Swaziland noted that, despite the country’s relentless efforts to improve livelihoods, the institutions created to ensure equality and human rights, promotion and protection sometimes worked to disable elected officials in the exercise of their duties. Swaziland made a recommendation. 72. Sweden welcomed measures to protect women and children, but noted reports of continued violence against women and girls. It noted that, since becoming a democracy, South Africa had promoted freedom of expression and access to information. However it also noted that the Protection of State Information Bill might lead to restrictions on media freedom. Sweden made recommendations. 73. Switzerland remained concerned about discrimination against women, particularly in rural areas. It recognized that South Africa had mechanisms to ensure the independence of the judiciary. It made recommendations. 74. Thailand noted with appreciation the promotion by South Africa of socioeconomic development under the National Development Plan and the New Growth Path. It also welcomed the implementation of recommendations made during the first UPR regarding HIV/AIDS prevention and provision of care. Thailand made recommendations. 75. Timor-Leste highlighted the cluster system adopted by South Africa to ensure coherence of action among government institutions. It noted with sympathy the challenges faced and expressed its appreciation for the attention given to both primary and higher education. It noted reports of high levels of gender-based violence. It made recommendations. 76. Togo highlighted the launching in 2010 of a national commission on planning and the publication in 2011 of a national development plan. It also appreciated the adoption in 2010 of an awareness campaign on HIV/AIDS. It made recommendations. 77. Ukraine enquired about measures to improve access to health care and treatment, especially for women suffering from HIV. It praised South Africa for ensuring access to water and hoped that the experience would serve as an example. Ukraine made a recommendation. 78. The United Kingdom was concerned by continuing violent crime against women and LGBT people in South Africa. It welcomed the fact that the Constitution upheld freedom of expression and asked how the Government would ensure that the proposed legislation would not restrict that right. It made recommendations. 79. The United States of America commended South Africa for its position in the prevention of discrimination, including based on sexual orientation, but was concerned about reports of violence and prejudice against LGBT communities. It recognized efforts to combat human trafficking, but raised concern about the Protection of State Information Bill. It made recommendations. 80. Uruguay recognized major normative advances in combating xenophobia, hate incitation and ethnic-based violence. It noted the persistence of patriarchal attitudes regarding women. It made recommendations. 81. Uzbekistan highlighted positive results in primary education and social security, including a national system of medical insurance and pensions. Uzbekistan enquired about efforts to develop infrastructure and alleviate poverty and high levels of unemployment. Uzbekistan made a recommendation. 10