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Magistrate recuses himself as Crime Intelligence boss Khumalo appears in court: Ulrich Roux
In the Pretoria Magistrate's Court, Crime Intelligence boss Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo and several senior officials made an appearance following the recusal of Acting Chief Magistrate Vusi Mahlangu. They face serious allegations surrounding the irregular appointment of Dineo Mokwele to a senior position within Crime Intelligence, reportedly without undergoing proper vetting procedures. Advocate Malesela Tefo has accused Khumalo and his co-accused of harassment, claim
2 days ago


Discussion | Katiso 'KT' Molefe granted bail: Christiaan Small weighs in
The National Prosecuting Authority says it's disappointed in the High Court in Johannesburg's decision, to grant controversial...
7 days ago


ConCourt rules in favour of equal parental leave: Storm Roux reacts
Both parents, regardless of gender, sex, colour or circumstances will now be entitled to equal parental leave that they can share amongst...
Oct 3


REMOVING A DIRECTOR: THE WHO, WHAT, WHEN AND WHY OF NAVIGATING SECTION 71 OF THE COMPANIES ACT
Removal of a director from a company can come with its fair share of issues and hurdles. Section 71 of the Companies Act 71 of 2008 (“...
Oct 2


Malema to appeal firearm discharge guilty ruling: Ulrich Roux dissects court decision
Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema remains defiant and says he will challenge his conviction in the firearm discharge trial....
Oct 1


Rationale for lengthy Malema judgment
Legal expert Ulrich Roux says the lengthy judgment in the Julius Malema firearm discharge case was necessary to make sure that no stones...
Oct 1


MKP court challenge struck off the roll: Ulrich Roux shares insights
The legal challenge by MK Party to challenge President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to place the Minister Senzo Mchunu on leave of absence...
Sep 19


DOMESTIC WORKERS IN SOUTH AFRICA: A 2025 LEGAL GUIDE
Domestic workers constitute an essential part of the South African labour market and are the backbone of many South African households....
Sep 16


WHAT EXACTLY IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CHILD MAINTENANCE AND CONTACT?
Scenario example with minor child, Emily: “ If you don’t pay for Emily’s expenses, then you can’t see or spend time with her .” “ If you...
Sep 8


Court dismisses accused No.4’s bid to withdraw charges
Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng rejects Mthokoziseni Maphisa’s claim that the state hasn’t met the threshold, with the trial set to resume on 22...
Sep 2


TRUST COMPLIANCE AFTER STEINHOFF: WHAT THE SILVEROAK ATTACHMENT TEACHES US ABOUT “ALTER EGO” RISK
The Steinhoff collapse remains South Africa’s most consequential corporate scandal. In December 2017, Steinhoff’s share price imploded,...
Aug 18


IDT bribery video: is it legally admissible?
The Daily Maverick released a video showing suspended CEO Tebogo Malaka and spokesperson Phasha Makgolane allegedly offering a bribe to a...
Aug 13


Tebogo Malaka attempted to bribe Journalist on camera
Experts have now said that there is a good chance that the secretly recorded video showing suspended Independent Development Trust (IDT)...
Aug 11


Meyiwa murder trial - Defence seeks acquittal
Senzo Meyiwa murder accused seek to have charges dropped as state closes case. The murder trial has been postponed to 7 August 2025....
Jul 24


Nurse left paralysed after her car hit a pothole in Nov 2014, costs municipality R27m in compensation
In a landmark case related to a woman who was paralysed in a car accident caused by a huge pothole in Brits in North West, the Mahikeng...
Jul 24


ROADBLOCKS, TRAFFIC FINES, SPEEDING AND DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS AS A MOTORIST
South African motorists are regularly stopped at roadblocks and asked to produce their driver’s licence and vehicle documentation. In...
Jul 17


Sean "Diddy" Combs found guilty of lesser offenses
US rapper and music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs was found guilty of prostitution-related offenses, but cleared of more serious charges after...
Jul 7


UNDERSTANDING THE LEGAL PROCESS OF ADOPTION IN SOUTH AFRICA
Adoption is a common practice in our society. However, we forget that it is a legal construction that requires specialised legal insight...
Jul 3


LIQUIDATION & SEQUESTRATION: NOT FOR THE MERE TAKING
The Johannesburg High Court of South Africa has recently introduced a dedicated Insolvency Court, which aims to divert all insolvency...
Jun 24


CAN PARENTS BE HELD CRIMINALLY LIABLE FOR THEIR CHILDREN’S UNLAWFUL CONDUCT IN SOUTH AFRICA?
Understanding parental responsibility in light of the Brakpan Tragedy On 7 June 2025, the community of Brakpan, Gauteng, was shaken by...
Jun 10
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