Hlophe JSC saga delivers important lessons

08 June 2025 - 00:00 By SUNDAY TIMES EDITORIAL

The decision by the Western Cape High Court to set aside the National Assembly’s designation of impeached former judge John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission should serve as a reminder to MPs and other public representatives to consider seriously the decisions they make on behalf of citizens. ..

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