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South Africa's Labour Court is facing a leadership crisis.
With Judge President Edwin Molahlehi retiring at the end of October and the Deputy Judge President position vacant since 2024, the court faces an unprecedented leadership vacuum.
Despite interviewing two candidates earlier this month, the JSC recommended neither for appointment.
What does this mean for a court already struggling with judicial capacity, growing caseloads and delays?
Judges Matter examines the crisis and the urgent need for action.
Read the full analysis: judgesmatter.co.za/opinions/…
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1/6 South Africa's Labour Court is facing an unprecedented leadership crisis.
With Judge President Edwin Molahlehi retiring at the end of October and the Deputy Judge President post vacant since 2024, the court faces a leadership vacuum.
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Why does this matter?
5/6 Judges Matter has repeatedly called for reforms, including:
- Increasing the number of permanent judges
- Allowing Labour Court judges to qualify for leadership positions
- Strengthening judicial succession planning
- Filling leadership vacancies without delay
6/6 The Labour Court cannot afford further delays.
With unemployment, workplace disputes and economic pressures affecting millions of South Africans, effective judicial leadership is essential.
The JSC and government must act.
Read our full analysis: judgesmatter.co.za/opinions/…
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[JSC Interviews] The Eastern Cape High Court is under pressure. Can it afford another leadership vacancy?
From corruption allegations and strained judicial capacity to concerns about access to justice, the Eastern Cape High Court faces significant challenges.
Yet, following the October 2026 JSC interviews, the position of Deputy Judge President remains unfilled.
The court needs more than another round of interviews. It needs stable, effective leadership and sustained intervention to restore public confidence.
In his latest analysis, Judges Matter's Mbekezeli Benjamin explores why this appointment matters and what needs to happen next.
Read the article: judgesmatter.co.za/opinions/…
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[JSC Interviews] Four candidates. Eight hours of interviews. Two rounds of deliberations. No appointment.
The JSC's decision to leave the Eastern Cape Deputy Judge President position vacant raises serious questions about judicial leadership in one of South Africa's most important court divisions.
With the court already facing allegations of corruption, judicial misconduct and mounting pressure on its capacity, what does this leadership vacuum mean for access to justice?
Judges Matter's Mbekezeli Benjamin examines the candidates, the interviews and the implications of the JSC's decision.
Read the full analysis: judgesmatter.co.za/opinions/…
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[JSC Interviews] Missed the October 2026 JSC interviews? You can watch them all now on YouTube.
All the October 2026 Judicial Service Commission (JSC) interview videos are now available to watch on the Judges Matter YouTube channel.
From candidates for the Supreme Court of Appeal to the High Courts and specialist courts, watch the interviews and see how candidates were questioned about their experience, judicial philosophy and suitability for appointment.
Judicial appointments matter. Transparency matters.
Watch the full playlist and see the JSC selection process for yourself:
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[JSC Interviews] Today, the JSC will interview three candidates to fill vacancies in the Western Cape Division of the High Court. Watch the interviews live: ow.ly/nNyX50ZX2JQ
[JSC Interviews] Today, the JSC will interview eight candidates competing for three vacancies in the Western Cape High Court.
It's a competitive shortlist, bringing together experienced advocates, attorneys, academics and judicial officers. Five candidates are returning after being shortlisted in April.
With a diverse range of legal expertise and experience before the Commission, who will secure one of the three positions?
Interviews begin at 09h00, with deliberations scheduled for this afternoon.
Follow Judges Matter for candidate profiles, interview highlights and the final outcomes of the October JSC sitting. judgesmatter.co.za/jsc-inter…
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