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Construction summit must resolve to engage dissatisfied black contractors
Exploring the systemic exclusion of black contractors in South Africa’s construction industry, this letter to the editor highlights the urgent need for engagement and policy reform to ensure equitable opportunities for all.
Construction summit must resolve to engage dissatisfied black contractors
Exploring the systemic exclusion of black contractors in South Africa’s construction industry, this letter to the editor highlights the urgent need for engagement and policy reform to ensure equitable opportunities for all.
Welcome to South Africa: Mr World Cup in court, ANC’s Mr Porsche assets frozen
South Africa faces a wave of corruption scandals as SAFA president Danny Jordaan and former ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe are implicated in serious allegations.
Unsung hero nomination for Narendh Ganesh
Discover the inspiring story of Narendh Ganesh, a dedicated activist who has tirelessly fought for justice and uplifted communities in South Africa over the past 30 years.
JSC concludes interviews, recommends Judge Susannah Cowen for key Land Court role
The Judicial Service Commission recommends Judge Susannah Cowen for the Deputy Judge President role in the Land Court, following a rigorous selection process amid other notable candidates.
Dr Mpofu’s groundbreaking research on restorative justice
DOCTOR Zandile Mpofu recently landed a significant academic milestone by graduating with a PhD in Criminology and Forensic Studies from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN). Her thesis, titled “Perceptions of Community Members on Restorative Justice Programmes on Offenders and Victims of Crime: A Case Study of Cato Manor in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal,” explores community perspectives on restorative justice initiatives, which prioritise reconciliation over traditional punitive measures.
Chief Justice Zondo’s legacy resounds
His chairing of this commission saw him embroiled in a bitter dispute with former president Jacob Zuma who only wanted to appear before another judge.
SA poised for first female chief justice as Ramaphosa nominates Justice Maya as next CJ
Ramaphosa announced that he is consulting with leaders of political parties represented in Parliament and the Judicial Service Commission to convey his nomination of Justice Mandisa Muriel Lindelwa Maya as the next chief justice of the Republic of South Africa.
Heroes’ welcome for SA lawyers returning from The Hague
The team argued that Israel’s actions breached Article 2 of the Genocide Convention, citing systematic patterns of conduct indicative of genocide.
Women change agents get ready for inaugural awards to celebrate women who advance social justice
Speaking to The Star ahead of the awards, CEO and director at WDB Investment Holdings, Faith Khanyile, indicated that they had taken it upon themselves to achieve social justice while also empowering other women leaders.
Judges Hlophe and Motata face chop as parliamentary impeachment processes set to decide their fate
Hlophe has been sanctioned and found guilty of gross misconduct for having tried to influence the judgment involving former president Jacob Zuma in 2008.