South Africa (SA), like many countries, faces numerous challenges in its judicial system, one of the most pressing being the backlog of criminal cases. The District Court, traditionally responsible for […]
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The South African criminal justice system is struggling with major issues, including high crime rates and slow case processing. These issues make it difficult to deliver justice effectively leading to […]
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The advantages to countries permitting, offering and even encouraging dual and multiple citizenships are numerous and prolific. Embracing such options aligns with democratic principles, upholds ethical standards and offers significant […]
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There has, recently, been a shift towards trade protectionism in the global economy due to numerous factors affecting economies. Of course, protectionism precedes the recent imposition of tariffs that have […]
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The lump sum death benefit payable by a pension or provident fund normally consists of two portions. The first portion represents the pension savings made up of the member and […]
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The background of Hart v Hart and Others [2025] 1 All SA 373 (WCC) is founded on Mr Hart’s second marriage to Mrs Hart, which marriage produced one son, and […]
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In the world of common law, reliance on precedent and case law is foundational. Legal principles established in past cases serve as guiding lights for courts tackling similar issues. The […]
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A default judgment is a judgment brought against a party who has failed to defend an action. Our law makes provision for a default judgment under two circumstances. Default judgment […]
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By Nokuthula Ndlovu Mental health and well-being in educational institutions has garnered much attention lately. As tertiary institutions, colleges and universities face increasing demands for academic performance, emotional resilience and […]
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In the case of Sengadi v Tsambo; In Re: Tsambo [2019] 1 All SA 569 (GJ), the Supreme Court of Appeal made an incorrect application of the ubuntu principle, which […]
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