Author: Chris Anu

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has brought together government leaders, disability organisations and other partners for a national meeting focused on strengthening the protection and promotion of disability rights across South Africa. The gathering is expected to help improve coordination between different sectors while identifying practical ways to make public services…

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Kimitoshi Yabuki has been awarded the IBA Honorary Life Membership for his long-standing commitment to the Association. Having been a member for almost 30 years, Mr Yabuki has held numerous senior positions within the IBA, serving variously on the Asia Pacific Regional Forum, the Antitrust Section, the Bar Issues Commission, the Rule of Law Forum,…

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The public debate surrounding judicial reform is remarkably narrow. We are told there are too many cases, too few judges and excessive delays. The proposed solutions are equally familiar: appoint more judges, increase working hours and reduce vacations or partial court working days. While judicial vacancies undoubtedly deserve attention, this conversation often overlooks a less…

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