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Chief Justice Mandisa Maya will oversee the nomination process for three new members of the Electoral Commission of SA, as current commissioners' terms come to an end. This article explores the nomination criteria and the implications for the upcoming local government elections.
The Department of Justice has taken decisive action by dismissing 54 officials for misconduct, reinforcing its commitment to ethical governance and signalling a strong stance against corruption.
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
My son is a quadriplegic. One day he was happy and healthy and the next his life and future was taken away from him just because someone wanted to bully him. " - Joshua Petersen's dad, Trevor
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.
Three constitutional bodies have launched a joint inquiry into claims of system failures in South Africa's justice system following the controversial acquittal of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso on multiple charges of rape and human trafficking.
Three constitutional bodies will launch inquiries into the justice system's handling of GBV cases following public outrage over the Timothy Omotoso acquittal. The CRL Commission, CGE, and SAHRC plan to summon legal professionals and investigate systemic failures in similar cases
Three constitutional bodies have launched a joint inquiry into claims of system failures in South Africa's justice system following the controversial acquittal of Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso on multiple charges of rape and human trafficking.
EFF member Carl Niehaus has made explosive claims that 'White Monopoly Capital' and ANC collaborators were the true masterminds behind Chris Hani's assassination 32 years ago.
The NPA announces the reopening of inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert John Mvumbi Luthuli and Mlungisi Griffiths Mxenge, following recommendations from the NDPP.
EFF leader Julius Malema warns Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso to flee the country after his recent acquittal on serious charges, promising a fresh pursuit once the party takes power.
After an eight-year trial, televangelist Timothy Omotoso's acquittal on rape and human trafficking charges has prompted scathing criticism from the Justice Minister and NDPP. Victims like Cheryl Zondi warn he 'will continue doing this to other women' while gender activists call the verdict 'a travesty of justice' that exposes fundamental flaws in South Africa's legal system.
Stakes for wrongful convictions are high in Japan, where the death penalty has broad public support despite international criticism over how it is carried out.
Porters at OR Tambo International Airport are staging protests after allegedly being barred from lucrative airport sections and having work permits revoked. With no union backing, these workers claim they're being systematically pushed out by ACSA officials, who deny responsibility by classifying them as 'gratuity employees' rather than staff. The dispute highlights the precarious position of these essential airport workers.
Porters at OR Tambo International Airport are staging protests after allegedly being barred from lucrative airport sections and having work permits revoked. With no union backing, these workers claim they're being systematically pushed out by ACSA officials, who deny responsibility by classifying them as 'gratuity employees' rather than staff. The dispute highlights the precarious position of these essential airport workers.
Porters at OR Tambo International Airport are staging protests after allegedly being barred from lucrative airport sections and having work permits revoked. With no union backing, these workers claim they're being systematically pushed out by ACSA officials, who deny responsibility by classifying them as 'gratuity employees' rather than staff. The dispute highlights the precarious position of these essential airport workers.
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
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.
In a horrific case of domestic violence, 14-year-old Rebotile Moloto was brutally murdered on her way to school, allegedly by her stepfather Andrew Mehlape. As the accused appeared in the Mankweng Magistrate's Court showing no signs of remorse, family members and school officials express their devastation and fear for other learners' safety.
And he is an art lover – just visit the Constitutional Court to see his hand in bringing the beauty of human creativity into a courtroom. He is one of our outstanding legal minds in his ability to apply the dry tools of the law in defence of humanity.
A critical crisis unfolds as the SAPS DNA backlog surpasses 140 000 cases, forcing criminal cases to be withdrawn and leaving thousands of victims without justice.