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Proposed bill aims to expedite judicial complaints resolution
The Judicial Matters Amendment Bill promises to reduce the backlog of complaints against judges, yet critics warn that deeper systemic issues must be addressed for true reform.
Judges Matter calls for urgent investigation into Judge Parker's misconduct allegations
Judicial watchdog Judges Matter is demanding a thorough investigation into serious allegations against Western Cape Judge Mushtak Parker, as the tribunal prepares to hear closing arguments that could have significant implications for judicial accountability.
Judicial watchdog calls for urgent investigation into Judge Parker's misconduct allegations
Judicial watchdog Judges Matter is demanding a thorough investigation into serious allegations against Western Cape Judge Mushtak Parker, as the tribunal prepares to hear closing arguments that could have significant implications for judicial accountability.
Judicial Conduct Tribunal hearing against Judge Mushtak Parker set for next week
Next week, the Judicial Conduct Tribunal will hear complaints against Judge Mushtak Parker, who faces allegations of misconduct and potential impeachment.
Constitutional Court thwarts Judge Nkola Motata’s bid to overturn impeachment
Motata, who is turning 78 this year and is now retired, took his plight to the apex court last year where he also wanted the decision taken by President Cyril Ramaphosa to remove him declared invalid.
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.
‘Flirtatious’ clerk grilled on late night messages to judge
Advocate Muzi Sikhakhane pointed out to Andiswa Mengo that while she claimed Judge Mbenenge’s advances were unwelcome and amounted to sexual harassment, she on three occasions told the judge president “how cute he is”.
Judge’s clerk accused of being mum about her flirting
The woman who accused Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge of sexually harassing her, was accused of remaining mum about flirting with him in her responses to his messages.
Judge’s clerk accused of being mum about her flirting
The woman who accused Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge of sexually harassing her, was accused of remaining mum about flirting with him in her responses to his messages.
Judge Nkola Motata’s bid to overturn impeachment fails in Constitutional Court
Former Judge Nkola Motata’s application to challenge his impeachment has been dismissed by the Constitutional Court, raising questions about judicial accountability and the implications for South Africa’s legal system.
Eastern Cape 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.
Eastern Cape judge president denies sending explicit images
In referring to her allegation that Judge Mbenenge had sent her a picture of his private part, Sikhakhane told Mengo he now wanted the truth, so that both she and Judge Mbenenge can move on with their lives.
Eastern Cape 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.
Clerk admits sending sex texts to judge president
Advocate Muzi Sikhakhane questioned Andiswa Mengo at length about why, in her complaint against Judge Mbenenge, she mentioned all the sordid things that she claimed the judge did and said to her, yet she remained mum about her messages to him.
Judge’s clerk admits sending sexual messages to judge president
Clerk Andiswa Mengo admits to sending inappropriate messages to Judge President Selby Mbenenge during her testimony at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal, raising questions about the nature of their relationship and the allegations of sexual harassment.
Judge’s clerk admits sending sexual messages to judge president
Clerk Andiswa Mengo admits to sending inappropriate messages to Judge President Selby Mbenenge during her testimony at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal, raising questions about the nature of their relationship and the allegations of sexual harassment.
Judge's clerk breaks down while recounting alleged harassment by Mbenenge
Andiswa Mengo testifies against Judge President Selby Mbenenge, detailing emotional experiences of alleged sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct.
Incident in Judge President Selby Mbenenge’s chambers was the last straw, says judge’s clerk
Judge’s clerk Andiswa Mengo broke into tears as she claimed Judge President Selby Mbenenge asked her for oral sex in his chambers.
Incident in Judge President Selby Mbenenge’s chambers was the last straw, says judge’s clerk
Judge’s clerk Andiswa Mengo broke into tears as she claimed Judge President Selby Mbenenge asked her for oral sex in his chambers.
Clerk alleged sexual grooming by judge president Selby Mbenenge
The tribunal hearing a complaint of sexual harassment by Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge was told by the complainant that he had sent her sexual explicit pictures
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.
Judicial Conduct Tribunal to decide fate of three Gauteng judges
Three suspended Gauteng High Court judges are facing misconduct allegations as the Judicial Conduct Tribunal concludes its findings. The outcomes could significantly impact their judicial careers.
LETTER: Mabinda-Boqwana’s JSC recommendation welcomed
‘The GOOD Party welcomes the Judicial Services Commission’s recommendation of Appeal Court judge Nolwazi Mabindla-Boqwana for the post of Western Cape Judge President. ’
Legal community praises Judge Mabindla-Boqwana's recommendation
The Judicial Service Commission’s (JSC) recommendation on a new Western Cape Judge President has been welcomed.
Judge Mabindla-Boqwana a breathe of fresh air to Western Cape bench
Highly recommended SCA judge could occupy Western Cape High Court’s top post.