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COSAS 4 accused fail in bid to have presiding judge recuse himself
The Gauteng High Court's recent decision has sparked hope for justice in South Africa as it dismissed a bid by former apartheid security officers to have the presiding judge recused from the landmark COSAS 4 trial. The case pertains to the tragic events of 1982, when an explosion caused by apartheid security forces resulted in the deaths of three teenagers in Krugersdorp.
Gauteng High Court dismisses request for judge recusal in historic COSAS 4 trial
The Gauteng High Court's recent decision has sparked hope for justice in South Africa as it dismissed a bid by former apartheid security officers to have the presiding judge recused from the landmark COSAS 4 trial. This case pertains to the tragic events of 1982, when an explosion caused by apartheid security forces resulted in the deaths of three teenagers in Krugersdorp, highlighting haunting injustices from the country’s past.
Helen Suzman Foundation supports litigation against government’s failure to prosecute apartheid-era crimes
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.
Donald Trump offers 'sanctuary' to Afrikaners as he continues to peddle lies over SA's Land Expropriation Act
President Trump has ordered the prioritisation of white South Africans for resettlement in the US, accusing the South African government of discrimination against Afrikaners through the Land Expropriation Bill.
Lord Robin Renwick: a tribute to a champion of democracy in South Africa
This article pays tribute to Lord Robin Renwick, a pivotal figure in South Africa’s transition to democracy, highlighting his diplomatic career and enduring friendships.
Maimane’s Bosa petitions for public to directly elect president and MPs
Build One South Africa (Bosa) has launched two petitions in a bid for the public to directly elect its president and MPs.
Concerns over lack of engagement with Hlophe’s judicial conduct
The incoherence of the attacks on particular NGOs (non-governmental organisations), and the concerning lack of engagement with Dr John Hlophe’s judicial conduct
Hlophe’s JSC appointment sparks concern over Oppenheimer, Soros influence
In the strongly-worded letter, the coalition, which includes the Azania Party and the Basic Rights Foundation, among others, accuses prominent NGOs such as Freedom Under Law and the Helen Suzman Foundation of acting as proxies for “Zionism and White supremacy”.
ZEP holders safe for now
Refusal by the court to entertain the appeal is that the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit will remain in force until the end of November next year.
Helen Suzman Foundation director set to join Roger Jardine’s political formation
The executive director of the Helen Suzman Foundation, Nicole Fritz, is set to join former banker Roger Jardine’s political party after resigning from the foundation.