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Legal battle: lawyer takes estate agent to court over defamation
A lawyer and an estate agent locked horns in court over defamatory messages, which were sparked by an affair between the now ex-wife of the estate agent and the lawyer.
High court halts Joburg bosses’ use of luxury cars, bodyguards again
Johannesburg’s mayor and top officials face a court ruling that halts their use of luxury vehicles and bodyguards, raising questions about public safety and governance.
High court halts Joburg bosses’ use of luxury cars, bodyguards again
Johannesburg’s mayor and top officials face a court ruling that halts their use of luxury vehicles and bodyguards, raising questions about public safety and governance.
Busy high court shuts down due to Joburg’s water woes
DA ropes in the South African Human Rights Commission to probe if the ongoing water shortages violate the Constitution
After 26 years apart, court denies wife's claim to husband's pension
The wife, in her divorce application, told the court she is entitled to share in her husband’s Government Employees Pension Fund, as she is still married to him.
Court rules against wife seeking share of husband’s pension after 26 years apart
A South African court has ruled that a woman, who left her husband nearly 26 years ago, is entitled to only 20% of his pension benefits after she sought a divorce upon learning of his substantial pension fund.
Court rules against wife seeking share of husband’s pension after 26 years apart
A South African court has ruled that a woman, who left her husband nearly 26 years ago, is entitled to only 20% of his pension benefits after she sought a divorce upon learning of his substantial pension fund.
Father claims his drug addict daughter is a sex slave
THE Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, was faced with a situation where a man claiming to be a “mentor and guide” to a much younger woman obtained an interim restraining order against her father to stop harassing him.
Father claims his drug addict daughter is a sex slave
THE Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, was faced with a situation where a man claiming to be a “mentor and guide” to a much younger woman obtained an interim restraining order against her father to stop harassing him.
Joburg lawyer in trouble over disappearance of R2. 6m in trust account
Joburg lawyer Mohseen Mayet faces serious allegations of misappropriating R2. 6 million from a trust account, prompting a high court order for transparency and accountability.
Estranged wife faces suspended sentence for defaming husband
An estranged wife faces a 30-day suspended sentence after making defamatory claims against her husband in a letter to the Legal Practice Council.
Magistrate's bias claims dismissed in fainting case
A fainting spell in the witness stand by a defendant in a damages claim became a legal issue after the magistrate questioned whether “this was just an act”.
Estranged wife faces suspended sentence for defaming husband
An estranged wife faces a 30-day suspended sentence after making defamatory claims against her husband in a letter to the Legal Practice Council.
Woman upset as magistrate questions her fainting
A fainting spell in the witness stand by a defendant in a damages claim became a legal issue after the magistrate questioned whether “this was just an act” and the defendant now wants the magistrate to recuse himself from the case.
Court says no to woman cashing-in on two men in her life
The court has firmly rejected the demands of an unemployed woman seeking interim maintenance from her divorcing husband while living with her lover, who provides her with financial support and credit cards.
Who ‘owns’ the traditional family home in SA? Court sets precedent, but the law remains murky
Explore the recent Johannesburg High Court ruling that defines the ‘family house’ under African customary law, addressing its cultural significance and the need for legislative recognition.
Revenge porn: Couple ordered to pay girlfriend R3. 5million in groundbreaking judgment
In a groundbreaking judgment handed down by the Johannesburg High Court, a couple has been ordered to pay R3. 5 million in damages to a woman in a revenge porn incident.
Court orders scorned boyfriend and his wife to pay R3. 5 million in damages to ex-girlfriend over revenge porn ‘attack’
In a groundbreaking judgment handed down by the Johannesburg High Court, a couple has been ordered to pay R3. 5 million in damages to a woman in a revenge porn incident.
‘I got your back’: Cassper Nyovest rallies behind Drip Footwear founder Lekau Sehoana amid liquidation crisis
Cassper Nyovest showed public support for Drip Footwear founder Lekau Sehoana, whose business faces liquidation due to financial difficulties.
Former MEC-turned-senior counsel to finally face music for R5m ‘bribe’
Ex-Top advocate in court on charges of trying to solicit a R5m bribe from Italian investors while representing the government before an international tribunal
SIU takes on lawyers who received millions from State Attorney
Government lawyers’ office still fighting lawyers who are being probed or face damages claim from the Special Investigating Unit
MK Party ‘disappointed’ JSC interviews to proceed without Hlophe
Dr John Hlophe was impeached as a judge for gross misconduct in February this year, and the DA, Corruption Watch and Freedom Under Law, have argued he should not be allowed to serve on the JSC, a body which selects fit and proper persons for appointment as judges and to investigate complaints about judicial officers.
MK Party files urgent bid to block JSC interviews amid Hlope’s ongoing legal battles
Chief Justice Mandisa Maya responded to the MK Party's request by stating that the JSC settled to move forward with its interviews next week without Hlophe despite protests and threats of legal action.
Parents who killed their toddler get life imprisonment
The pair sexually abused and raped Chane before killing her on 11 May 2021 at their home in Alberton, south of Johannesburg
MK Party welcomes the legal victory against Jabulani Khumalo
The MKP celebrates a court victory, reinforcing its leadership amid Jabulani Khumalo's failed legal challenges. Nhlamulo Ndhlela says the triumph reflects the party's commitment to justice for the African majority and organisational integrity.