Law In Pieces

30/05/2026

End of an era!

Justice Zukisa Tshiqi.

18/05/2026

A construction boss, his wife, and brother‑in‑law have been arrested in connection with a massive R27 million UIF fraud scheme involving 700 ghost employees. The case has sent shockwaves through business and labour circles, raising urgent questions about accountability and oversight.

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18/05/2026

NPA INSTITUTING DISCIPLINARY ACTION AGAINST PROSECUTOR CONVICTED FOR CONTEMPT OF COURT

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is instituting disciplinary action against the prosecutor convicted of contempt of court in Kwaggafontein Magistrates Court, Mpumalanga, on Monday, 18 May 2026. To this end, the prosecutor will be suspended pending the institution of appropriate disciplinary action.

This follows a court appearance of the accused persons in the matter of State versus Madoda Johannes Sibanyoni and Others, wherein the accused face charges of Extortion and money laundering. On 18 May 2026, the said prosecutor failed to arrive in court for the continuation of the bail application, and that resulted in the matter being struck off the court roll and a warrant of arrest was authorised against him. The implications of this turn of events mean that it can only be reinstated upon a written authorisation by the Director of Public Prosecutions, Mpumalanga Division.

While the Magistrate is within his or her prerogative to invoke the relevant section of the Criminal Procedure Act, we will reflect on the order and determine if it is the best legally available mechanism to deal with the matter.

The National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Adv Andy Mothibi, has expressed his shock and dismay at this turn of events and appeals to the public to exercise patience while we deal with the matter internally through appropriate disciplinary action and externally with the South African Police Service (SAPS). The Director of Public Prosecutions is engaging with the investigating officer with a view to facilitating the re-enrolment of the case.

“While this is disappointing, it is not a setback as we are within our right and authority to reinstate the case once there is compliance with the legal provisions governing matters removed from the court roll in this manner. There is no room for impunity as we remain resolute in our constitutional obligation to hold those accused of criminality accountable,” said Adv Mothibi.


Issued by the National Director of Public Prosecutions - Adv Andy Mothibi

Enquiries:
Adv Mthunzi Mhaga
Special Director of Public Prosecutions

18/05/2026

Interim Report 29 January 2026 ⬇️

Link: https://www.gov.za/news/media-statements/president-cyril-ramaphosa-welcomes-madlanga-commission-interim-report-29-jan

The Commission’s terms of reference enable action now — no need to wait for the final report.

No one is above the law.

18/05/2026

18/05/2026

Just months after settling with Vodacom, Nkosana Makate is heading back to court in a fresh legal showdown over his “Please Call Me” payout. At the centre of the fight is a disputed claim from an investor demanding 40% of the settlement.

Link in comments.

18/05/2026

1 Day to Go | Budget Vote 2026

Want to know the priorities and budget allocations for the Social Development Portfolio for the 2026/2027 financial year? Stay tuned to our platforms as tomorrow, Acting Minister of Social Development, Ms Sindisiwe Chikunga, together with Deputy Minister Mr Ganief Hendricks, tables Budget Vote 19 in Parliament.

18/05/2026

FALSE RUMOURS OF A J50 ISSUED AGAINST GENERAL MKHWANAZI

The IDAC notes with concern the rumours and enquiries that it has a J50 warrant of arrest for Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

This information is false and dismissed with the contempt it deserves.
These rumours are clearly started to disrupt and distract the work of IDAC, as well as the responsibilities that Gen Mkhwanazi is discharging in the fight against crime.

Members of society are urged to be vigilant against false information circulated in social media platforms, aimed at destabilising and discrediting law enforcement in the country.

Enquiries:
Henry Mamothame
IDAC Spokesperson

18/05/2026

Office of the Chief Justice: Vacancy Circular 16 of 2026

The Office of the Chief Justice invites applications for positions advertised under Vacancy Circular 16 of 2026.

The closing date for applications is 29 May 2026.

For full details on the advertised posts and application requirements, please visit:
https://www.judiciary.org.za/index.php/ocj/vacancies

18/05/2026

Constitutional Court hears challenge to 'ill-considered' passing of Public Procurement Act

Parliament’s public participation processes are once again under scrutiny in the Constitutional Court, as the Western Cape government and the City of Cape Town challenge the rushed passing of the Public Procurement Act in 2024.

The Act, which will bring all procurement within the state under a central office housed in the National Treasury, also sets guidelines for preferential procurement in accordance with the government’s Broad-based black economic empowerment policies.

But Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has argued in the apex court on Monday that Parliament did not extensively consider all the input made on the bill, especially after amendments were made by the National Council of Provinces in 2023.

As the term of the sixth administration was ending, the Public Procurement Bill was one of those the former ANC-majority government sought to get over the line just weeks before the 2024 elections.