South Africa's legal landscape is set for a significant showdown as top law firm Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa takes the government to court over a new legal sector code. The code, aimed at increasing black participation in South Africa's legal industry, has been deemed "unlawful, unconstitutional, and invalid" by the law firm. We delve into the implications of this legal battle and AfriForum's stance on the matter. Elvis Presslin spoke to AfriForum's Head of Public Relations, Ernst van Zyl

South Africa's legal landscape is set for a significant showdown as top law firm Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa takes the government to court over a new legal sector code. The code, aimed at increasing black participation in South Africa's legal industry, has been deemed "unlawful, unconstitutional, and invalid" by the law firm. We delve into the implications of this legal battle and AfriForum's stance on the matter. Elvis Presslin spoke to AfriForum's Head of Public Relations, Ernst van Zyl

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Legal battle as government sued over new legal sector code

The Inkatha Freedom Party, IFP has raised concerns over temporary leadership in South Africa's police service following the suspension of National Commissioner Fannie Masemola. Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane has been appointed acting national commissioner. Masemola was placed on precautionary suspension over alleged violations of public finance rules. The IFP says it respects due process but warns that key posts in the security cluster being held in acting capacities creates instability. We spoke to IFP Chief Whip, Nhlanhla Hadebe and Specialist Investigator, Mike Bolhuis

The Inkatha Freedom Party, IFP has raised concerns over temporary leadership in South Africa's police service following the suspension of National Commissioner Fannie Masemola. Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane has been appointed acting national commissioner. Masemola was placed on precautionary suspension over alleged violations of public finance rules. The IFP says it respects due process but warns that key posts in the security cluster being held in acting capacities creates instability. We spoke to IFP Chief Whip, Nhlanhla Hadebe and Specialist Investigator, Mike Bolhuis

Pressure Grows Over SAPS Leadership Suspensions

Former NPA head Shamila Batohi has formally declined to give further evidence at the Nkabinde Enquiry in Pretoria. She calls the decision "considered and informed" after "significant thought and reflection". The inquiry is probing the fitness of suspended South Gauteng DPP Andrew Chauke to hold office. Batohi walked out in December citing the need to consult lawyers during cross-examination, a request the inquiry later refused. We spoke to MK Party MP, Mzwanele Manyi.

Former NPA head Shamila Batohi has formally declined to give further evidence at the Nkabinde Enquiry in Pretoria. She calls the decision "considered and informed" after "significant thought and reflection". The inquiry is probing the fitness of suspended South Gauteng DPP Andrew Chauke to hold office. Batohi walked out in December citing the need to consult lawyers during cross-examination, a request the inquiry later refused. We spoke to MK Party MP, Mzwanele Manyi.

Batohi Declines Further Testimony at Nkabinde Enquiry

A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoesoana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back

A look at the current top African economic stories with Victor&nbsp;Kgomoesoana, author of Africa Is Open For Business and Africa Bounces Back

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