‘The challenges to the functioning of the country’s highest court impact on the rule of law and on public confidence in the courts, and require
Earlier this year, Freedom Under Law (FUL) released a research report that discusses the challenges that the Constitutional Court faces as it attempts to deal
“The legal provisions governing the tenure of Constitutional Court judges have remained unchanged for decades.” -Judith FebruaryIn April 2026, President Ramaphosa announced the appointment of
But Justice Seriti’s appointment raises eyebrows for a different reason. The judiciary has again been much in the news of late. One of the heads
Johannesburg, 19 May 2026 – South Africa’s Constitutional Court is facing mounting institutional strain that threatens its ability to fulfil its constitutional role effectively, according
Freedom Under Law (FUL) welcomes the judgment handed down by the Constitutional Court (CC) on 8 April 2026 in the matter of Black Sash Trust
Earlier this month, the MK Party announced that it had re-instated John Hlophe as deputy president and party parliamentary leader. Hlophe had been suspended in
Media interviews, contact Judith February, Executive Officer, Freedom Under Law 083 453 9817 Freedom Under Law (FUL) is deeply troubled by reports of the killing
Civil society organisations committed to the protection of the rule of law and the integrity of South Africa’s constitutional democracy express deep concern at President
The time of year is suddenly upon us when the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) will be interviewing candidates for appointments as judges. As always, this
