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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
At Cape Town's International Association of Women Judges conference, Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and President Ramaphosa called for urgent judicial reforms to address South Africa's alarming GBVF rates and workplace sextortion, with 900 delegates working to strengthen leadership roles for women in combating gender violence.
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.
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