Applications for the UCT Law School Postgraduate Diploma in Judicial Studies close on 31 August 2023. You do not want to miss this amazing opportunity. bit.ly/3WhtjA3 #Postgradstudies #judicialstudies

It was great to share an exciting new project, in collab with iNtaka Centre for Law and Technology, with colleagues UCT Law School. Data scientists & legal researchers working on new tools for collecting data & analysing court statistics. Watch this space 🙌🏽

Advocate Sesi Baloyi SC and Ms Ronel de Wet, a Part-Time Senior Commissioner, are the keynote speakers for the afternoon leg of the Empowering Women in Employment Law Conference. Both speakers addressed various aspects involved in sexual harassment claims. #ilo #100More

Today,Parliament of RSA will vote on the appointment of the new Public Protector using the Constitution and the Rules of the National Assembly. A free, easy-to-use version of the Rules is available on Constitution Compass: constitutioncompass.org.za Brought to you by AfricanLII

[MEDIA STATEMENT] "Judges Matter condemns, in the strongest terms, the comments made by ... Mr Julius Malema, accusing Magistrate Twanet Olivier of corruption and incompetence without any substantiation. This is an attack on the judiciary, a threat to judicial independence, and

We had a meeting with the Executive Committee of the Association of Magistrates in Malawi. The Gender & Justice Unit introduced Malawi Legal Information Institute and #PocketLaw. The team also trained the magistrates on how to install and use Pocket Law. #legaltech #freelaw #legalempowerment #legaltechnology

JOIN US! The DGRU will be hosting a symposium and official public launch of the Constitution Compass App — informative guide on the Constitution of South Africa. Details: Date: 16 Nov 2023 Time: 08:45 Venue: UCT Moot Court, Rondebosch RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

We are looking for 7 LEGAL RESEARCH INTERNS! The Democratic Governance and Rights Unit invites applications to join our team as legal research interns to serve at the Gauteng Division of the High Court and the Supreme Court of Appeal for 10 months in 2024. For more information: bit.ly/3vREx51

Correction to previous post: We are looking for 7 LEGAL RESEARCH INTERNS! The Democratic Governance and Rights Unit invites applications to join our team as legal research interns, to serve at the Gauteng Division of the High Court for 10 months in 2024. For more information: bit.ly/3vREx51

Notice to all potential applicants. Please note our Intern application process has been temporarily put on pause, until further notice. We will be reposting at a later date. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

[WIN] Judges Matter is proud to present the annual prize for excellent essays written about the judiciary. This year's topic is Impeaching Judges – challenge or achievement? Entries close Thursday, 25 July 2024 at 5pm. Enter NOW! ow.ly/kMQ350Rxn9Z

[JSC Interviews] Deputy Chief Justice Maya will be interviewed for Chief Justice on May 21. Maya must outline her vision for addressing judiciary challenges and inspiring public confidence. This is a pivotal moment for our judiciary's future. Read more ow.ly/7UcO50RL0OB

The JSC's interviews for Chief Justice and SCA positions this coming week could redefine our judicial landscape. Will the JSC rise to the occasion? Learn about the candidates, the selection process and download the schedule here: ow.ly/h72o50RL0PS #JSCInterviews

[JSC Interviews] We urge the JSC to fill all SCA vacancies next week. Filling 3 spots now isn't enough—3 more need addressing now. With 26 vacancies in Oct '24, we recommend streamlining the process and making all appointments now to save time and effort. ow.ly/5B5450RL0LQ

[JSCInterviews] Next week, just a week before the elections, the JSC will conduct crucial interviews for the next Chief Justice, Deputy President of the SCA and for 3 SCA vacancies. The decisions made will shape the judiciary for the next decade: ow.ly/vU1250RL0J0

Sexual harassment in the workplace is not just about gender—it can happen to anyone. Let's work together to create a court environment that is free from harassment. ow.ly/eUgr50S3NH5 #SexualHarassment #StopSexualHarassmentinCourtBuildings #JudicialMisconduct

TONIGHT! Join us for a virtual book launch and panel discussion on UCT Law School associate professor Dr Micha Wiebusch’s new book: ‘A theory on Africanizing International Law’ ⏰ Time: 16h00 SAST 📆 Date: 💻 Register here: zoom.us/webinar/regist…

5/5 The Democratic Governance and Rights Unit has been appointed amicus curiae to assist the court on the constitutionality of the SIU Regulations and Rules. Their arguments could shape the future of anti-corruption enforcement in South Africa. Read more: theprogressreport.org.za/2025/05/13/siu… #ProgressReportSA

This week, the Special Tribunal hears SIU v Mosokodi Business Trust, a case that could determine whether the Tribunal has the power to order asset forfeiture. At stake is not just one Lottery-funded property—but the Tribunal’s very ability to recover stolen public funds.

15–16 May The DGRU appears as amicus curiae in the SIU v Mosokodi Business Trust hearing before the Special Tribunal. We’ll be making submissions on the constitutionality of the SIU Regulations and Tribunal Rules. A critical moment for accountability and the rule of law.