THE MORNING BRIEFEastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, who has been on special leave for more than a year amid allegations of sexual harassment, has cost taxpayers over R2.3 million in his basic salary alone.
Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, who has been on special leave for more than a year amid allegations of sexual harassment, has cost taxpayers over R2.3 million in his basic salary alone. The long-running case involving Mbenenge is set to move forward next week with a Judicial Conduct Tribunal hearing, following a ruling that a prima facie case of misconduct exists. The case, which began with a complaint in December 2022, has raised concerns about systemic delays in handling judicial complaints and the decision to grant Mbenenge special leave rather than suspending him.
Guest: Mbekezeli Benjamin: Research and Advocacy Officer of the Judges Matter at Democratic Governance & Rights Unit (DGRU)
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