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Supreme Court of Appeal reserves judgment on President Ramaphosa's recognition of King Misuzulu

The Supreme Court of Appeal is set to rule on President Cyril Ramaphosa's appeal regarding his recognition of King Misuzulu, following a High Court judgment that questioned the legitimacy of the process.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

As President Ramaphosa defends his authority in court, the future of the Zulu monarchy hangs in the balance amid questions of tradition, legality, and family loyalty in a South Africa still coming to terms with its past.

President Cyril Ramaphosa's appeal against a high court ruling on King Misuzulu's recognition raises questions about the legality of the process rather than the king's legitimacy.

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Daily News Reporter|Published

Supreme Court of Appeal hears President Ramaphosa's challenge in King Misuzulu recognition

President Cyril Ramaphosa's appeal against a high court ruling on King Misuzulu's recognition raises questions about the legality of the process rather than the king's legitimacy.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Johannesburg court dismisses Alexi Bizos' appeal against assault conviction

The Johannesburg Magistrate's Court has dismissed Alexi Bizos' appeal against his assault conviction, underscoring the urgent need to address domestic violence.

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Zelda Venter|Published

Court orders car seller to refund dealership for misrepresentation of vehicle model

A recent court ruling highlights the importance of accurate vehicle representation in sales, as a retired police officer is ordered to refund a dealership after misrepresenting the age of his car.

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Zelda Venter|Published

Sale-leaseback agreements not credit deals, rules Supreme Court in landmark case

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of a trust accused of disguising loan agreements as property sales, leaving homeowners without their properties despite claims they only intended to secure cash loans. The landmark ruling addresses whether sale-and-leaseback arrangements can legally circumvent credit regulations.

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Zelda Venter|Published

Ekurhuleni Metro considers civil claims against lawyers who 'bungled' contempt case

Ekurhuleni Metro is considering civil claims against former attorneys who allegedly mishandled a labour dispute, resulting in City Manager Dr. Imogen Mashazi being found guilty of contempt of court. The municipality claims the R40 million dispute has been settled on significantly lower terms and insists Mashazi had no knowledge of the arbitration award. The Labour Appeal Court recently dismissed their appeal with costs

The Star News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Ekurhuleni Metro considers civil claims against lawyers who 'bungled' contempt case

Ekurhuleni Metro is considering civil claims against former attorneys who allegedly mishandled a labour dispute, resulting in City Manager Dr. Imogen Mashazi being found guilty of contempt of court. The municipality claims the R40 million dispute has been settled on significantly lower terms and insists Mashazi had no knowledge of the arbitration award. The Labour Appeal Court recently dismissed their appeal with costs

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

'Obey now, grieve later': court upholds prison official's dismissal for refusing hospital duty

The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.

The Star News
Zelda Venter|Published

Court upholds prison official's dismissal for refusing hospital duty

The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.

The Star News
Zelda Venter|Published

'Obey now, grieve later': court upholds prison official's dismissal for refusing hospital duty

The Johannesburg Labour Appeal Court has reinforced workplace discipline by upholding a prison official's dismissal after he twice refused to escort an inmate with urgent medical needs to hospital. The ruling emphasizes that the 'obey now and grieve later' principle is especially critical in law enforcement settings, where immediate compliance with lawful instructions is essential.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Appeal process begins for Govender brother denied bail in Shailen Singh murder case

Durban attorney Ravindra Maniklall has initiated the appeal process for Ferrel Govender, who was denied bail in a murder case linked to an alleged love triangle.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

School counsellor and convicted rapist Darren Goddard home for Christmas following release on bail

School counsellor and convicted rapist Darren Goddard will home for Christmas after he was released on bail.

News South Africa
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published