Welcome to our blog, where we bring you the latest updates and news on significant events shaping the Republic of South Africa and Namibia. Today, we highlight the recent appointment of Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya as Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa by President Cyril Ramaphosa, effective from September 1, 2024.
This appointment marks a historic milestone as Justice Maya will be the first woman to hold the position of Chief Justice in South Africa. Her qualifications, judicial record, and leadership qualities have been lauded by the Judicial Service Commission, emphasizing her suitability for the role.
On another front, the Namibian government’s appeal against a High Court judgment declaring common law crimes of sodomy and “unnatural sexual offenses” unconstitutional has sparked a debate on human rights and LGBTQI+ issues in the country.
Follow our blog for more insights into these key developments and stay informed about the legal landscape in both South Africa and Namibia.
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