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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. ’
Maropene Ramokgopa | Women’s empowerment key to SA’s developmental goals
Today, all the women in South Africa, regardless of race or age, enjoy freedom and equal rights thanks to the bravery, activism, and sacrifices of the generation of 1956.
Fixing dysfunctional judiciary a key task for Justice Maya
The new chief justice’s appointment must be seen as a corrective measure, since she was overlooked when President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Chief Justice Zondo over her head despite his dismal performance, the writer says.
Concourt now in Maya’s capable hands
The support of her colleagues within and outside of the Constitutional Court will go a long way in dismantling some of the barriers that may hinder her vision for the country’s apex court.
Justice Maya poised to make history
She is no stranger to the ConCourt, as she joined this court in September 2022, where she has written three of her own judgments to date.
ConCourt to hear IEC's challenge on whether Jacob Zuma can serve as MP on May 10, 19 days before elections
Zuma only served two months in jail and was released on medical parole. So this would mean that he can stand as an MP.
Rocky road ahead to fix judiciary’s tarnished image
OPINION: Justice Raymond Zondo’s departure would hopefully mark the end of the most controversial period of the Office of the Chief Justice, writes Prof. Sipho Seepe.
EFF, DA welcome Justice Maya’s nomination as Chief Justice
Reacting to the news, the EFF in a statement said it welcomed the nomination as her extensive knowledge and experience and impeccable character stood her in good stead.
Justice Mandisa Maya could replace Zondo
If she is successfully nominated, she will be the first woman chief justice of South Africa.
Ramaphosa nominates Judge Mandisa Maya to be next Chief Justice
Judge Mandisa Maya was appointed the Deputy Chief Justice in September last year.
Judges should not be dragged into party politics, says Ramaphosa after ANC blunder
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa said judges should not be dragged into party politics just as politicians should not be dragged into judicial matters.
ANC says sorry for using Justice Mandisa Maya’s picture in election campaign poster
The Office of the Chief Justice issued a scathing statement, calling for the ANC to immediately desist and remove the poster from all online platforms where it had been published.
Zuma vs Zondo: Jacob Zuma Foundation says Justice Zondo was ‘worst performer’ in JSC interviews
The Jacob Zuma Foundation also wants the Judicial Service Commission to investigate and institute disciplinary action against Justice Raymond Zondo for ‘crossing the line’ in his political commentary.
South African Judiciary faces scrutiny: Casac questions JSC's selection of two SCA candidates, leaving two posts vacant
Casac has questioned the JSC about whether, in its opinion, any of the eight candidates not recommended did not meet the requirements for appointment and requested the reasons behind why the two candidates were selected.
From golf caddy to hopes for a judgeship, JSC interviews inspiring legal minds for positions at Gauteng High Court
The Judicial Services Commission has so far interviewed for vacancies at the Supreme Court of Appeal and Labour Courts this week.
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo and deputy Justice Mandisa Maya to be honoured by Unisa
According to the university, the top two judges of the Republic of South Africa will be honoured during a special graduation ceremony to be held at the Unisa Muckleneuck Campus.
Women’s efforts for equality see a shift in SA’s landscape
Women across South Africa have made many strides in advocating for equality, yet gender inequality is still rife in the workplace.
Women’s Day: ‘Murderers, abusers not deterred by harsh jail sentences’
While gender-based violence (GBV) activists believed that hefty sentences were necessary, they said it was not enough to prevent the killing of women.
Justice Mandisa Maya laments rising rate of gender-based violence attacks on women
The Deputy Chief Justice designate was one of the speakers at the 16th conference and annual general meeting of the South Africa Chapter: International Assembly of Women Judges at Unisa's Muckleneuk campus.
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo’s appointment was disappointing, says Mandisa Maya
The sole Deputy Chief Justice nominee was responding to a question from IFP chief whip Narend Singh who asked her how she felt when Ramaphosa overlooked the JSC’s recommendation for her appointment as Mogoeng Mogoeng’s successor.