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Sexual harassment and the Courts – the Judicial Conduct Tribunal for Judge President Mbenenge
It is only just over a week before the Judicial Conduct Tribunal hearing for Eastern Cape Judge President Mbenenge is set to resume. In January 2025, the tribunal, chaired by retired Judge Ngoepe, heard chilling evidence from the complainant, Ms Mengo. The tribunal ended with the re-examination of Ms Mengo by her representative, Adv Rajab-Budlender […]
Legal internship opportunities
Legal internship opportunities – Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal The Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Divisions (KZN) of the High Court, in partnership with the Democratic Governance and Rights Unit (DGRU) in the Faculty of Law at the University of Cape Town (UCT), are running a ten-month (10) internship programme for young graduates. Successful applicants will be employed by […]
Judges Matter reflects on the IAWJ Conference
We reflect on the 17th IAWJ Conference, highlighting discussions on gender-based violence, judicial diversity, and the vital role of women in judicial leadership.
The April 2025 JSC: Why one is never enough
April 2025 JSC Appointments: JSC was only able to make one appointment to the Labour Court and one to the Electoral Court.
The JSC Interviews April 2025: A small but significant affair
The JSC interviews April 2025 will focus on filling key vacancies at the Electoral and Labour Courts. Judges Matter’s latest submission raises concerns about judicial discipline, unfilled posts, and the need for a code of conduct.
How much help do our courts need?
South Africa’s judiciary has long been a cornerstone of democracy—but mounting pressures, including a shortage of judges and stalled reforms, raise urgent questions. This article examines why strengthening the rule of law is more critical than ever.
