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Fathers 4 Justice supports mandatory mediation to end lengthy family litigation
Fathers 4 Justice South Africa champions Judge Dunstan Mlambo's mediation directive, claiming it will shield families from the financial burdens of prolonged litigation in divorce cases.
Gauteng High Court mandates mediation for civil trials
Starting this week, the Gauteng Division of the High Court will require litigants to demonstrate attempts at mediation before new civil trial dates are issued, a move aimed at alleviating the backlog of cases
SA's Chief Justice Maya calls for urgent judicial reforms to tackle 'cannibalistic' GBVF rates
At Cape Town's International Association of Women Judges conference, Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and President Ramaphosa called for urgent judicial reforms to address South Africa's alarming GBVF rates and workplace sextortion, with 900 delegates working to strengthen leadership roles for women in combating gender violence.
Five Fort Hare students must face trial for brutal campus murder, rules Bhisho court
Five University of Fort Hare students accused of fatally assaulting a fellow student over alleged theft of sneakers and a laptop must stand trial for murder, the Bhisho High Court has ruled.
Five Fort Hare students must face trial for brutal campus murder, rules Bhisho court
Five University of Fort Hare students accused of fatally assaulting a fellow student over alleged theft of sneakers and a laptop must stand trial for murder, the Bhisho High Court has ruled. Acting Judge Aaron Zono found sufficient evidence against the accused for a prima facie case of kidnapping, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, and murder in the October 2023 campus incident. "
Judge Leicester Adams gets the vote of confidence for Electoral Court
Judge Leicester Adams, the sole candidate for the vacant position at the Electoral Court, was interviewed by the Judicial Service Commission amid pressure to fill judicial vacancies before the 2026 local elections
Judge Leicester Adams recommended for permanent position of the Electoral Court
Judge Leicester Adams, the sole candidate for the vacant position at the Electoral Court, faces the Judicial Service Commission interview amid pressure to fill judicial vacancies before the 2026 local elections
Judge Leicester Adams recommended for permanent position of the Electoral Court
Judge Leicester Adams, the sole candidate for the vacant position at the Electoral Court, faces the Judicial Service Commission interview amid pressure to fill judicial vacancies before the 2026 local elections
Judge rejects Eastern Cape's bid to pay cerebral palsy damages in instalments
The Eastern Cape High Court has ordered the health department to pay R4. 7 million in a single payment to the mother of a child with cerebral palsy, ruling that budget constraints don't justify instalment payments when a family urgently needs funds for medical care.
New directive aims to ease civil trial congestion in Gauteng
The Gauteng High Court has introduced a new directive mandating mediation for civil trials to alleviate its workload, raising concerns about access to justice.
New directive aims to ease civil trial congestion the in the Gauteng High Court
The Gauteng High Court has introduced a new directive mandating mediation for civil trials to alleviate its workload, raising concerns about access to justice.
Court rules against police over unlawful arrest and inhumane treatment
An acting judge has awarded R500 000 in damages to a man who endured a harrowing night in a police cell after being arrested without a warrant, highlighting the shocking treatment he received from the police
State Attorney's Office faces crisis over R5m payment dispute and SIU probe
The State Attorney's Office faces a severe credibility crisis after bungling its appeal against a R5m payment ruling to advocate Viwe Notshe SC. The office's failure to meet appeal deadlines, combined with mounting administrative challenges and ongoing SIU investigations, reveals deeper institutional problems.
State Attorney's Office faces crisis over R5m payment dispute and SIU probe
The State Attorney's Office faces a severe credibility crisis after bungling its appeal against a R5m payment ruling to advocate Viwe Notshe SC. The office's failure to meet appeal deadlines, combined with mounting administrative challenges and ongoing SIU investigations, reveals deeper institutional problems affecting South Africa's primary legal representative office.
Gauteng High Court's 'Big Bang Week' aims to clear 750 cases per week
In a bold move to tackle a 17-week case backlog, Gauteng Deputy Judge President Roland Sutherland launches an ambitious 'Big Bang Week' initiative, recruiting 20 acting judges to clear hundreds of unopposed cases, aiming to reduce waiting times from 17 weeks to just six weeks.
Gauteng High Court's 'Big Bang Week' aims to clear 750 cases per week
In a bold move to tackle a 17-week case backlog, Gauteng Deputy Judge President Roland Sutherland launches an ambitious 'Big Bang Week' initiative, recruiting 20 acting judges to clear hundreds of unopposed cases, aiming to reduce waiting times from 17 weeks to just six weeks.
Judge bars former advocate Senzo Mkhize from Gauteng court buildings as he "has no business there"
Judge President Dunstan Mlambo has prohibited former advocate Senzo Mkhize from entering Gauteng court buildings after he was struck off the roll of advocates but still insisted on representing "clients".
How Ithala Bank’s liquidation threatens rural economies
Ithala Bank’s potential liquidation raises alarms among the Democratic Alliance and traditional leaders, who warn of devastating consequences for rural communities reliant on its services.
Judge Motata plots next move after Concourt ruling
Disgraced former judge Nkola Motata prepares to consult his legal team after the Constitutional Court dismisses his impeachment challenge.
Former Judge Nkola Motata's bid to overturn impeachment fails
Motata said in an affidavit filed at the Constitutional Court that the National Assembly lacked jurisdiction to pass a resolution to remove him from office and that the resolution was motivated and obtained by misrepresentation.
Judge president denies sending explicit images amid harassment allegation
Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge defends himself against allegations of sending explicit images to a junior judge’s clerk during a tribunal hearing.
Judgment date set for televangelist Timothy Omotoso's case
Judgment in the long-running case against televangelist Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused is set for April, following years of delays and a reduction in charges.
Eastern Cape Judge President faces sexual harassment tribunal hearing
Retired Gauteng Judge President Bernard Ngoepe, who will lead the tribunal, ruled that it is in the interest of justice that parts of the hearing and evidence presented should remain under wraps.
Legal firm faces scrutiny after misleading citations in court
It came to light that the clerk, now referred to as a candidate legal practitioner, was the person who drafted the supplementary notice of appeal.
Court to decide on publication of 2024 matric results
Learners await a court decision on whether their 2024 matric results will be published in the media, as the Information Regulator seeks to interdict the Department of Basic Education.