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)

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 &amp; Rights Unit (DGRU)

THE MORNING BRIEF

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.