Zelda Venter

Multimedia Journalist, Court

Reflecting on a legacy: Judge Siraj Desai's 50 years in law

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Retired Judge Siraj Desai reflects on his remarkable 50-year journey in the legal profession, sharing insights from his early challenges as one of the few attorneys ...

RTMC CEO Makhosini Msibi wins court battle to lift eight month suspension

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RTMC CEO Advocate Makhosini Msibi successfully challenged his precautionary suspension in the Gauteng High Court, arguing that the Board lacked the authority to ...

Durban family seeks help from CSOS after more than year-long sewerage nightmare

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A Durban family has turned to the Community Schemes Ombud Service after enduring a foul sewerage smell and cockroach infestation for over a year, highlighting the ...

RAF liable for driver damages after passenger pulls the handbrake

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The Western Cape High Court recently ruled on a case where a passenger's actions led to a serious accident, raising questions about liability under the Road Accident ...

The legal showdown over matric results publication returns to court

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The Gauteng High Court will hear a pivotal case next week regarding the legality of publishing matric results, as the Department of Basic Education seeks to appeal ...

Thabo Bester fails in bid to return to Gauteng prison, must remain in KZN

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Thabo Bester's urgent application to be transferred back to Gauteng prison was denied by the Gauteng High Court, with the judge citing security reasons and the availability ...

Correctional Services says Thabo Bester’s transfer to eBongweni is lawful, citing his history and escape risk

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Thabo Bester's transfer to the eBongweni Supermax Prison has raised legal questions about the process and security measures involved.

Mother sues hospital for R500k after burying wrong baby

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After a devastating mix-up at a North West Province hospital, a mother is suing for R500,000 after unknowingly burying the wrong baby. The incident highlights serious ...

Watch VideoARB rules Valentine's Day 'sperm' ad does not promote gender-based violence

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The Advertising Regulatory Board has ruled that a controversial Valentine's Day advertisement does not promote gender-based violence, despite several complaints. ...

Legal battle looms as ALS Paramedics seeks to gag KZN transport boss over alleged defamation

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A legal showdown is set for May as ALS Paramedics takes MEC Siboniso Duma to court, alleging defamation over his comments regarding their conduct at a recent accident ...

Corruption probe | Former lotteries boss fails in bid to access R2.8 million pension fund

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Philemon Letwaba, the former COO of the National Lotteries Commission, faces a setback as the Special Tribunal denies his request to release R2.8 million in pension ...

Judge denies father's urgent request for school fees from personal loan policy

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A father’s plea for urgent financial assistance to pay his children’s school fees was denied by the Gauteng High Court, revealing critical misunderstandings about ...

Judge upholds mental evaluation order for Louis Liebenberg amid trial delays

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Alleged diamond dealer Louis Liebenberg is ordered to undergo a 30-day mental evaluation at Weskoppies Hospital, following a court ruling that prioritises his mental ...

Thabo Bester's urgent bid to return to Gauteng denied by High Court

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Thabo Bester's urgent application to be transferred back to Gauteng has been denied by the Gauteng High Court.

Magistrate's courtroom drama: Contempt proceedings over isiXhosa use

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A magistrate's courtroom faced turmoil when a lawyer's use of isiXhosa led to contempt proceedings, raising questions about language rights in South Africa's legal ...

Why 'diamond smuggler' Louis Liebenberg is fighting a court order for a psychiatric evaluation

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Louis Liebenberg, a diamond dealer, has filed an urgent application to overturn a court order for a 30-day mental evaluation, arguing that it contradicts medical ...

Dr Wouter Basson challenges HPCSA disciplinary action in court

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Dr Wouter Basson, notorious for his role in apartheid's chemical warfare programme, is taking legal action to stop the HPCSA from pursuing disciplinary proceedings, ...

Court appoints interim curator for David Mabuza's R44 million pension amid family disputes

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The Mpumalanga High Court has appointed an interim curator to oversee David Mabuza's R44 million pension fund, ensuring his dependents are supported amid ongoing ...

MSC Cruises faces complaint over 'misleading R1 promotional offer'

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MSC Cruises' R1 promotional offer has sparked controversy following a consumer complaint regarding misleading pricing.

How to avoid defamation claims linked to WhatsApp messages

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WhatsApp is reshaping the legal landscape in South Africa, with messages becoming pivotal in defamation cases.

AfriForum Threatens Urgent Court Action to Force Publication of Matric Results in Newspapers

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Urgent legal action is being contemplated to ensure the publication of matric results next week, as the Information Regulator's appeal suspends their release.

Supreme Court set to review Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa and Black Coffee's ongoing divorce saga

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The Supreme Court of Appeal is poised to revisit the contentious divorce proceedings between actress Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa and DJ Black Coffee, following years of ...

Win for consumers: Gauteng High Court rejects Eskom-Nersa settlement over R54 billion tariff hike

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The Gauteng High Court has ruled against a controversial R54 billion settlement between Eskom and Nersa, emphasising the need for public participation in decisions ...

Advocate Riegal du Toit: A dedicated public servant remembered

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Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi expresses her condolences following the tragic death of Advocate Riegal du Toit, a respected prosecutor.

Legal wrangles over pets: A spotlight on ownership disputes

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There are fascinating legal disputes surrounding pet ownership in South Africa, from the courtroom battles over an African Grey parrot to emotional claims in divorce ...