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    South Africa backs African Union migration talks, calls for continent-wide approach South Africa has welcomed ongoing discussions at the African Union (AU) on migration, saying the continent needs a comprehensive and coordinated response that addresses the root causes of irregular migration rather than singling out individual countries. Speaking during a...
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    SADC leaders to meet in Durban for 46th Summit President Cyril Ramaphosa will host Southern African leaders in Durban next month when South Africa assumes the chairship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) at the 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government. The summit, scheduled for 17...
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    Government warns against unlawful identity searches as migration crackdown intensifies Government has issued a stern warning against individuals impersonating Home Affairs officials conducting unlawful identity searches on foreign nationals, saying those involved in intimidation, extortion and other illegal activities will face the full might of the law. Justice and Constitutional...
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    Government scales down Musina repatriation centre Government has announced that it will scale down operations at the Musina Temporary Repatriation Processing Centre (TRPC) from 20 000 to 1 500 capacity from 1 August, as the implementation of its Five-Point Plan on Migration Management continues to yield results. The decision follows...
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    The Pan-African Parliament: Towards a New Era of Continental Parliamentary Transformation By Dr. Fateh Boutbig, President of the Pan-African Parliament The First Ordinary Session of the Pan-African Parliament will be held at a particularly critical juncture at both continental and international levels. Geopolitical transformations are unfolding alongside economic, security, social...
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    South Africans urged to rally behind Banyana Banyana Government has called on South Africans to unite behind the national women's football team, Banyana Banyana, as they continue their campaign in the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a statement issued by the Government...
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    President Ramaphosa pays tribute to liberation struggle stalwart, Shanthie Naidoo President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to liberation struggle stalwart, Shantavothie "Shanthie" Naidoo Tweedie, describing her as a hero whose lifelong sacrifice and commitment helped shape South Africa's journey to freedom. The President expressed his sadness at the passing of...
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    Government warns attacks on law enforcement will be met with full force of the law Government has issued a stern warning that any attack on members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) or other law enforcement agencies will be met with the full force of the law. In a...
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    Government cautions against relying on unverified information Government has cautioned the public against trusting or sharing unverified content relating to migration, as misinformation, disinformation and malinformation continue to pose a growing challenge to social cohesion and informed public discourse. In a statement on Saturday, Government explained that South Africa manages...
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    Women’s Month to be launched with EmpowerHer Market Trade Fair in Durban Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister in the Presidency Sindisiwe Chikunga will officially launch the 2026 Women's Month campaign at the EmpowerHer Market Trade Fair in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The EmpowerHer Market Trade Fair is a flagship government...
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    Justice Department to host Career Day for Law Students at Walter Sisulu University, 23 July 2026
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    Please note that the telephones at the Bhisho Master of the High Court are currently out of order. The following officials can be contacted on their cell phones: Ms. K. Baneti (HOO) on 083 418 3249, Ms. Q. Damane on 078 127 7112 and Mr. L. Zipho on 071 745...
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    Government expands Access to Justice by raising Small Claims Court Jurisdiction to R30 000, 22 July 2026.
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    Please take note that that the telephones at the Pretoria Master of High Court is currently out of order.
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    Statistics on State Attorney Briefings for Jun 2026 published.
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    Justice Department to host Career Expo for Law Students at UKZN, 22 July 2026.
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    Statistics on State Attorney Briefings for Apr & May 2026 published.
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    Proposed amendments to Magistrates' Courts Rule 31: Adjournment and PostponementComments must be submitted on or before 30 September 2026.
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    Justices of the Peace and Commissioners of Oaths Act (16/1963): Amendment Notice under Section 6 of the Act: Amendments to the Schedule, GG 55039, GoN 7718, 20 July 2026Small Claims Courts Act (61/1984): Notice under Sections 15 and 16 of the Act: Determination of amount of R30 000, GG 55038,...
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    Small Claims Courts Act (61/1984): Notice under Sections 15 and 16 of the Act: Determination of amount of R30 000, GG 55038, GoN 7717, 20 July 2026.
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