US EditionCourt rules impeached judge John Hlophe cannot serve on JSC
- The Western Cape High Court ruled that John Hlophe's appointment to the Judicial Service Commission was unconstitutional due to his impeachment for gross misconduct, which threatened judicial independence.
- The court stated that appointing an impeached judge undermines the integrity and legitimacy of the Judicial Service Commission's work in appointing judges.
- Helen Zille, DA federal chair, described the ruling as a victory for the rule of law, emphasizing the need for public confidence in judicial integrity.
- The court ordered that the National Assembly must not designate Hlophe to the JSC, citing his impeachment and gross misconduct.
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South Africa: DA Victory in Case Against Hlophe's JSC Appointment Upholds Rule of Law
The DA's legal challenge against Parliament's designation of Dr John Hlophe, impeached former judge, and uMkhonto we Sizwe Member of Parliament, to the Judicial Services Commission, has succeeded with costs.
·South Africa
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Court declares Hlophe's designation to JSC unconstitutional and unlawful
The Western Cape High Court on Monday ruled that it was invalid and unconstitutional for the National Assembly (NA) to designate John Hlope as a member of the Judicial Service Commission.
·Johannesburg, South Africa
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