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Makate vs Vodacom: Court silence sparks outrage over delayed Please Call Me ruling
The #PleaseCallMe Movement urges national leaders to intervene in the protracted legal battle over the 'Please Call Me' service, warning that ongoing judicial delays threaten public trust in South Africa's justice system.
Proposed bill aims to expedite judicial complaints resolution
The Judicial Matters Amendment Bill promises to reduce the backlog of complaints against judges, yet critics warn that deeper systemic issues must be addressed for true reform.
Legal experts warn MK Party's call for lifestyle audits for judge could undermine judicial independence
Umkhonto We Sizwe Party has raised concerns over recent court judgments, calling for lifestyle audits for judges to ensure transparency and accountability in the judiciary.
Court security failures exposed: DA demands ministerial accountability after Wynberg shooting
The DA is demanding Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi face Parliament after security failures at Wynberg Magistrate's Court allowed armed attackers to enter and commit murder despite expensive security contracts.
SA's Chief Justice Maya calls for urgent judicial reforms to tackle 'cannibalistic' GBVF rates
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.
Is the Police Inspectorate a ‘dumping ground’ for officers? Calls for reform intensify
Professor Mary de Haas criticises South Africa's National Police Inspectorate, advocating for its closure amid concerns of nepotism and ineffective oversight, while calling for urgent reforms in police accountability,
JSC Interviews: Advocate who delivered late judgments nominated himself to be interviewed for judge position
Amongst other requirements, applicants must be recommended by the Judge President to be considered for an interview.
Dr John Hlope versus the Judicial Services Commission: The tussle for judicial independence
I am of the view that the tussles demonstrate the independence of the Judiciary and the line of questioning is necessary as it will allow the Judiciary to start flexing its intellectual muscle to develop the law, says the writer.
JSC recommends Judge Edwin Molahlehi for Judge President of the Labour and Labour Appeal Court
Edwin Mogomotsi Molahlehi is a judge of the South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg and a Deputy Judge President of the Labour Court since October 2023.
National Assembly looking to fill vacancy on Judicial Service Commission following Dr John Hlophe's withdrawal
The National Assembly is set to choose a new designate for the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) following Dr John Hlophe's withdrawal.
The DA’s lynch-mob agenda against Justice Minister Thembi Simelane
Simelane is likely to be a victim of the political manipulations and racist smear campaign by those struggling very hard to capture the Justice Ministry, says the writer.
Political parties react to former Steinhoff CFO Andries le Grange’s sentencing for fraud
ANC, EFF, and ActionSA call for tougher action following the sentencing of Steinhoff’s former CFO in a massive fraud case.
‘Hlophe fit for Parliament, so why not the JSC?’: ActionSA to refer Hlophe's JSC matter to Constitutional Review Committee
ActionSA challenges inconsistencies in John Hlophe’s fitness for the Judicial Service Commission, pushing for constitutional clarification in Parliament.
Constitutional Court must clarify JSC membership criteria amid Hlophe controversy
Dr John Hlophe, who was impeached earlier this year, was designated by the National Assembly as one of its six representatives to the JSC.
The phased construction achievements of Chinese style social modernisation
The young generation’s education level is significantly higher than the average, with the average education year of 13. 9 years per person for the age group under 30. In the past decade, the per capita access to medical resources in China has been increasing year by year.
‘Those overseeing our judges must uphold highest standards’: DA welcomes court interdict barring Hlophe from JSC
The ruling is seen as a crucial step in safeguarding the independence and credibility of the judicial system, according to the Democratic Alliance.
Back in the dock! Man back in court for raping seven-year-old girl inside his Diepsloot tuckshop
A 34-year-old Ethiopian man, accused of raping a seven-year-old girl inside his Diepsloot tuckshop, is expected to appear in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.
ANC pays tribute to retiring Chief Justice Raymond Zondo
The ANC honors Chief Justice Zondo’s retirement after 27 years of service, while celebrating the historic appointment of Justice Mandisa Maya as his successor.
Ramaphosa urges unity in honouring Chief Justice Zondo as he prepares to bow out
‘There were revelations on who was involved. We saw what effect state capture had on our state, economy and society. ’
Ramaphosa says government hard at work to implement Zondo commission’s corruption findings
Ramaphosa has said Zondo’s most prominent and outstanding contribution is as the chairperson of the judicial commission set up to investigate allegations of state capture and other corruption – the Zondo Commission
National Assembly speaker Thoko Didiza defends Dr John Hlophe’s JSC appointment in court
Speaker Thoko Didiza addresses legal challenges to Dr John Hlophe’s role .
Bail or behind bars? Ethiopian accused of raping a Diepsloot girl, 7, faces court decision after tearful testimony
The mother, whose identity is protected to shield the minor, told the court that the man is a danger to others.
Zondo was CR’s last line of defence
Maya will take up her position on September 1, replacing the “politically conflicted” Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, whose term ends on August 31.
Judge Mandisa Maya announced as SA’s first female Chief Justice
Judge Mandisa Maya will resume her position on September 1 replacing Chief Justice Raymond Zondo whose term ends on August 31.
Bring it on! Hlophe hits back at detractors over his appointment to JSC
Dr John Hlophe has hit back at detractors following his appointment to the Judicial Service Commission this week.