Constitutional Court Clarifies the Test for Third-Party Intervention in Large Merger Proceedings
Lewis Stores v Pepkor: A Major Reset in Competition Merger Jurisprudence In Lewis Stores (Pty) Ltd v Pepkor Holdings Ltd and Others [2026] ZACC 4, the Constitutional Court of South Africa delivered an important judgment reaffirming the proper test for third-party intervention in large merger proceedings and curbing appellate overreach into the discretion of the […]
Supreme Court of Appeal Virtual Hearings Directive (February–March 2026)
The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has issued an urgent directive affecting all matters enrolled for hearing between 16 February 2026 and 6 March 2026, confirming that proceedings during this period will primarily be conducted virtually. The directive arises from a security upgrade at the SCA’s Bloemfontein premises and is intended to ensure the uninterrupted […]
Legal Compliance Framework for Reselling Cannabis Products in South Africa
South Africa’s cannabis regulatory landscape remains in a state of significant transition as of January 2026, presenting both opportunities and substantial legal risks for those seeking to resell cannabis products. The signing of the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act in May 2024 formally decriminalized private adult use, yet commercial trade in cannabis remains strictly prohibited […]
When Customary and Civil Marriages Collide: Section 10(2) of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act Reconsidered
VVC v JRM and Others [2026] ZACC 2 Introduction In VVC v JRM and Others, the Constitutional Court of South Africa was called upon to confirm an order of constitutional invalidity granted by the High Court in respect of section 10(2) of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998. At the heart of […]
Supreme Court of Appeal Petitions and Section 17(2)(f) Reconsideration Applications
Expert Guidance on Supreme Court of Appeal Procedure Applications before the Supreme Court of Appeal (“SCA”) are highly technical and strictly regulated. Recent amendments to section 17(2)(f) of the Superior Courts Act 10 of 2013 have significantly altered the legal test applicable to SCA petitions and applications for reconsideration, making specialist guidance essential. Our firm […]
Supreme Court of Appeal Clarifies Electronic Service Requirements
1. What constitutes valid proof of electronic service? The Registrar of the Supreme Court of Appeal has made it unequivocally clear that, going forward, only two forms of proof will be accepted as primary proof of service where service is effected by email: Read receipts and acknowledgements of receipt are expressly downgraded and are no […]
Control of Access to the Supreme Court of Appeal
1. Introduction Access to the Supreme Court of Appeal (“SCA”) is strictly regulated in terms of the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act 53 of 1985 (“the Act”). A formal notice issued under the authority of the Office of the Chief Justice serves as a reminder that the SCA, as the apex […]
Supreme Court of Appeal Practice Directive 1 of 2025: Reshaping oral argument through structured advocacy
On 18 December 2025, the President of the Supreme Court of Appeal issued Practice Directive 1 of 2025, introducing a significant procedural refinement to the conduct of oral arguments before the Court. The directive, which took effect immediately, is directed at improving the effective and optimal use of court time in matters where oral argument […]
Correspondent Attorneys in Bloemfontein | Supreme Court of Appeal & High Court Specialists
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Expert Legal Support You Can Trust When navigating the procedural complexities of South Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA), specialised expertise is essential. Our Supreme Court of Appeal Team offers unrivalled local correspondent support focused exclusively on SCA practice and procedure. We partner with legal practitioners and litigants to provide precise, authoritative guidance at every […]