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Members of the MKP Women's League marched on Monday to demand urgent reforms in South Africa's justice system, highlighting the failures in addressing gender-based violence and calling for accountability for perpetrators.
Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are fighting to clear their names in a landmark R167 million lawsuit brought by apartheid victims. The pair, who claim the allegations of political interference in TRC prosecutions are 'highly defamatory', warn that false findings could expose them to personal liability and damage their constitutional rights.
The Constitutional Court has confirmed that municipal workers have the right to hold political office, highlighting the balance between political rights and performance in local governance.
Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are fighting to clear their names in a landmark R167 million lawsuit brought by apartheid victims. The pair, who claim the allegations of political interference in TRC prosecutions are 'highly defamatory', warn that false findings could expose them to personal liability and damage their constitutional rights. The case centres on why hundreds of apartheid-era crimes were never prosecuted despite TRC referrals.
BOSA supporters picket outside the National Water Indaba where President Ramaphosa was speaking, threatening legal action to end 'water shedding' at hospitals and schools while demanding immediate infrastructure investment instead of more 'talk shops'.
As the acting Deputy Chief Justice's term approaches its end in July, South Africa awaits President Ramaphosa's decision on a crucial judicial appointment.
As South Africa's judiciary faces challenges, pressure mounts for President Cyril Ramaphosa to appoint a permanent Deputy Chief Justice
As South Africa's judiciary faces challenges, pressure mounts for President Cyril Ramaphosa to appoint a permanent Deputy Chief Justice
Only 8% of government departments are ready to implement South African Sign Language two years after its recognition as the 12th official language. PanSALB reports widespread challenges including budget constraints, staff shortages, and resource limitations, threatening the constitutional mandate for language equality.