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
A recently published article highlighting that Free State judge Mpina Mathebula has been on special leave while criminal proceedings against him are underway has raised
If the past few years are any indication, 2026 will be another highly consequential and challenging year for the judiciary and the rule of law.
Publishing NDPP candidates’ CVs means little unless past misconduct is confronted openly and decisively The justice department has done something that looks, at first glance,
Freedom Under Law has submitted an objection to Menzi Simelane’s nomination as National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). On 27 November 2025, the Advisory Panel
Honourable Minister M. Kubayi Chairperson, Advisory Panel for the selection of the National Director of Public Prosecutions Per e-mail: NDPPpanel@justice.gov.za Dear Honourable Minister Kubayi, SUBMISSION
