Western Cape High Court forces WCED to act on late learner placements within six months
The Western Cape High Court has ordered the provincial Education Department to urgently develop a plan to tackle the ongoing crisis of late school admissions.
Supreme Court ruling allows homeowners to bypass CSOS for disputes
Recent Supreme Court ruling on the Summervale Lifestyle Estate case empowers homeowners to take disputes directly to court, bypassing the Community Schemes and Ombud ...
SCA mandates fresh inquest into Theresa Wampach-Todd's fatal cliff fall
The Supreme Court of Appeal has ordered a new inquest into the circumstances surrounding Theresa Wampach-Todd's tragic death in the Cederberg Mountains, raising ...
How a police captain's comments sparked controversy and a legal battle
Explore the legal ramifications faced by Captain du Preez after her remarks at a police parade spark accusations of racism and lead to a court case.
Witness D's final moments: CCTV footage shows confrontation with attackers
Marius van der Merwe, a key witness at the Madlanga Commission, was tragically murdered outside his home. CCTV footage reveals his final moments, raising questions ...
Jacob Zuma is an ‘easy target’ in R28.9m court order
The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, was told that Zuma is an innocent party and the real wrongdoers are the State officials who authorised the payments.
Gauteng High Court hears Zuma's appeal on legal fees repayment
Former President Jacob Zuma appeals a court ruling that holds him liable for R28.9 million in legal fees, arguing that he is an innocent party and questioning the ...
Advertising Board bans Teazers billboard for objectifying women
The Advertising Regulatory Board has banned a controversial Teazers advertisement featuring a CEO surrounded by women, citing concerns over objectification and the ...
How to protect your rights against noisy neighbours in South Africa
Learn how South African laws empower you to combat noisy neighbours and reclaim your peace at home with practical legal insights and steps to take.
Honouring Judge Leonora van den Heever: a trailblazer in South African law
Justice Leonora van den Heever, South Africa's first female judge, passed away at 99, leaving behind a legacy of courage and integrity in the judiciary and literary ...
Remembering Judge Leonora van den Heever: South Africa’s trailblazing female judge
Judge Leonora van den Heever, South Africa's first female judge, passed away at 99, leaving behind a transformative legacy in the judiciary and literary world.
Pension fund prioritises widow's needs over stepsons' claims in landmark ruling
The Financial Services Tribunal upheld a decision to award a widow the full R7.6 million pension benefit of her late husband, dismissing claims from his stepsons ...
Pretoria woman loses R94,000 due to pension paperwork error
After a costly mistake in her pension paperwork, a Pretoria woman lost R94,000 in tax deductions.
Legal troubles for Cape Town politician Dag after defamatory posts about Kunene and McKenzie
Controversial Cape Town politician Mehmet Vefa Dag faces legal repercussions for defamatory online statements against prominent political figures Kenny Kunene and ...
Controversial LekkeSlaap ad deemed offensive by Advertising Regulatory Board
An advertisement featuring influencer Tali from Tali’s Wedding has sparked controversy after the Advertising Regulatory Board ruled it offensive, highlighting issues ...
Zuma's legal troubles escalate: Court mandates repayment of R28.9 million
Former President Jacob Zuma is at risk of losing his home and part of his State pension after a Gauteng High Court ruling mandates repayment of R28. 9 million for ...
Gauteng High Court orders Zuma to repay R28.9 million in legal fees
The Gauteng High Court has ruled that former President Jacob Zuma must repay over R28. 9 million in legal costs, including interest following a court order.
Homeowners risk losing property and vehicles over unpaid levies
The legal consequences of homeowners in community schemes failing to pay levies.
How Nomsa Mokwai juggles her career as a nurse and a Springbok rugby player
Discover how Nomsa Mokwai, a dedicated nurse at Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital, also excels as a Springbok rugby player, inspiring future generations ...
Legal setback for patient as court rules on faulty drip case
A former patient at Potchefstroom Hospital loses his legal battle against the MEC for Health after a faulty drip caused complications, as the court finds no negligence ...
Czech fugitive Krejčíř wins court ruling on laptop access in prison
Radovan Krejčíř, a jailed organised crime boss, faces challenges in accessing his laptop for studies due to prison regulations, leading to a court case over his ...
Court rules in favour of teacher wrongfully dismissed by WCED
The Western Cape Education Department's attempt to overturn a ruling reinstating a teacher dismissed for alleged misconduct has failed, highlighting issues of bias ...
WC High Court Rules against Correctional Services over inmate injury linked to kettle in prison
The Western Cape High Court has ruled that the correctional services ministry is liable for damages after an inmate was severely injured by boiling water in a prison ...
Bergrivier Municipality faces backlash over soft punishment for sexual harassment
The Western Cape Labour Court has deemed a 10-day suspension and final warning for a Bergrivier Municipality employee guilty of sexual harassment as unacceptable, ...
Jogger wins court case for laser treatment reimbursement
A Western Cape woman, disfigured in a car accident while jogging, wins a court case against the Road Accident Fund for reimbursement of her laser treatment costs, ...