[Judicial Independence] The pursuit of complete institutional independence and the implementation of single judiciary principles has long been the objective of the South African judiciary. ![]()
Despite multiple reform efforts initiated since 2010, none were successfully concluded. ![]()
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, upon assuming office in 2022, prioritised the completion of these principles during his tenure. ![]()
In a significant development, a historic judges' conference will take place next week, bringing together judges and magistrates to address various judicial governance issues, including the aforementioned reforms. Explore the significance of this event and its pivotal role in establishing a single, efficient, and fully independent judiciary: bit.ly/3Gvubtr![]()
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[NEWS] "Suspended Pretoria chief magistrate to learn fate on Bosasa-related corruption charge in 2024"![]()
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Suspended Pretoria chief magistrate Desmond Nair will only learn whether the corruption charge against him will be withdrawn in the new year.
JSC October 2023 update: After two days of intense interviews and four hours of deliberation, the JSC recommended only two candidates for the four vacancies on the Supreme Court of Appeal: Judge Fayeeza Kathree-Setiloane and Judge Maleshane Kgoele.![]()
Initially, the commission advertised five vacant positions but later withdrew one post. As a result, three positions on the Bench of the country's second-highest court remain open.![]()
Given that all interviewed judges were short-listed and among the most experienced in the country, this development raises concerns… Watch all the SCA interviews here and form your own opinion: bit.ly/3Qdz8Nw![]()
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[WATCH] "Analysis on Committee recommending that Judges Motata and Hlophe be removed from office."![]()
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Analysis on Committee recommending that Judges Motata, Hlophe be removed from office
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Parliament's portfolio committee on Justice and Correctional Services has recommended to the National Assembly that suspended Western Cape Judge President Jo...
[NEWS] "MPs vote for removal of two judges as Mkhwebane resists"![]()
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MPs vote for removal of two judges as Mkhwebane resists
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Parliament is likely to vote in 2024 on the fate of Hlophe and Motata
[MEDIA STATEMENT] Judges Matter welcomes the majority decision of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services to recommend to the National Assembly that retired Judge Nkola Motata and suspended Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe be removed from office as judges ... The delays in dealing with conduct issues are extremely concerning, when considering the reputation of the judiciary. Both matters need to be brought to finality."![]()
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Read the full media statement here: bit.ly/46uHGo7![]()
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