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The MK Party plans to propose a bill clarifying the constitutional right to self-determination, arguing that communities like Kleinfontein and Orania misuse this right to promote racial exclusion.
The EFF in the Northern Cape says there is no place in South Africa for a segregated community, and will march to the premier's office to voice its opposition to the town of Orania.
With over 290 candidates shortlisted for magistrate positions, the Magistrate’s Commission aims to address the critical shortage of judicial officers in South Africa, a move deemed essential for ensuring access to justice for millions.
The Magistrate’s Commission is set to interview over 290 candidates to fill crucial judicial roles, aiming to alleviate the burden on South Africa's lower courts and ensure access to justice for millions.
With over 290 candidates shortlisted for magistrate positions, the Magistrate’s Commission aims to address the critical shortage of judicial officers in South Africa, a move deemed essential for ensuring access to justice for millions
A 14-year-old rape victim's death by suicide has resulted in her alleged attackers walking free due to a court ruling that prioritised their right to cross-examine her. This tragic case raises significant questions about the justice system and the treatment of victims.
A 14-year-old rape victim's suicide has resulted in her alleged rapists being released due to a court ruling that prioritised their right to cross-examine her. This tragic case raises critical questions about justice and the treatment of vulnerable victims
A 14-year-old rape victim's death by suicide has resulted in her alleged attackers walking free due to a court ruling that prioritised their right to cross-examine her. This tragic case raises significant questions about the justice system and the treatment of victims.
In a bold move, the EFF condemns the military's involvement in the Matatiele protest, demanding immediate accountability from President Ramaphosa over SANDF's controversial actions.
AfriForum has accused National Police Minister Senzo Mchunu of remaining silent while Bergview College principal was accused of raping a pupil, saying there would be grave legal consequences.
Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa is proposing harsh new penalties under the IMSI Bill that could see individuals jailed for up to 10 years if they obstruct government interventions in dysfunctional municipalities. The legislation aims to strengthen national and provincial authority when stepping in to address service delivery failures at local government level. The bill includes penalties for hiding information, intimidating officials, or disrupting legally mandated interventions.
A leading Pretoria law firm has expressed concerns over a new directive requiring mediation before civil trials, highlighting potential legal and constitutional issues
A leading Pretoria law firm expresses concerns over a new directive requiring mediation before civil trials, highlighting potential legal and constitutional issues
A leading Pretoria law firm expresses concerns over a new directive requiring mediation before civil trials, highlighting potential legal and constitutional issues
With only 250 judges nationwide and court dates being scheduled as far ahead as 2031, South Africa's justice system faces a critical breaking point. Legal experts warn that this severe backlog not only undermines constitutional rights but could lead to societal lawlessness if not urgently addressed by government intervention.
In a bold move, AfriForum is pushing for international sanctions against Julius Malema, igniting a fierce debate over the controversial 'Kill the Boer' song.
The Helen Suzman Foundation applied to be admitted as an ‘amicus curiae’ in the case brought by the families of the victims who were killed and disappeared during the apartheid era.
The South African government has prohibited the sale of cannabis food products, contradicting previous decriminalisation efforts.
South Africa's cannabis industry faces unprecedented challenges as the Department of Health implements a sudden ban on edible products, contradicting government's recent drive towards cannabis commercialization. Industry stakeholders demand answers from Minister Motsoaledi.
FW de Klerk Foundation vehemently opposes Donald Trump's claims about South Africa, labelling his citizenship offer to white farmers as fuelled by disinformation
In a bold move to address Johannesburg's urban decay, President Cyril Ramaphosa advocates using the newly-signed Expropriation Act to seize hijacked buildings without compensation, promising to transform them into proper housing. This unprecedented stance comes as part of a broader initiative to revitalise South Africa's largest city, which has faced criticism for deteriorating infrastructure and living conditions.
The Economic Freedom Fighters criticise the classification of the IPID report as ‘top secret’, alleging a coordinated effort to protect President Ramaphosa in the Phala Phala scandal.
The South African Constitutional Court is set to address a significant change in marriage laws, potentially allowing men to adopt their wives' surnames, challenging long-standing patriarchal traditions.
Religious leaders are mounting fierce opposition to unprecedented government proposals that would require churches to obtain licenses and submit to state oversight. Freedom of Religion SA warns this threatens constitutional rights, while authorities argue it's necessary to protect vulnerable congregants.
AfriForum and Solidarity's recent meeting with Trump's administration has ignited fierce backlash in South Africa, with prominent political figures and analysts calling for treason charges.