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Resounding victory for DA and NGOs in Hlophe JSC case

Though Friday’s interdict is temporary, the court found ‘at least a very strong prima facie case’ the decision to send Hlophe to the committee was unlawful

29 September 2024 - 00:00

When the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) gathers on October 7 to interview candidates for judicial appointment, the MK Party’s leader in parliament, John Hlophe, will not be among its commissioners. A judgment from the Western Cape high court on Friday temporarily interdicted Hlophe “from participating in the processes of the JSC”.   ..

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