Procedures
Appellate Procedure in South Africa
Introduction South African appellate procedure governs the process by which decisions of lower courts are challenged in higher courts. The appellate system is hierarchical, with the Constitutional …
Civil Procedure in South Africa
Introduction South African civil procedure governs the process by which civil disputes are adjudicated in the courts. The primary sources are the Uniform Rules of Court (for the High Court), the …
Class Actions and Public Interest Litigation
Introduction Class actions and public interest litigation are important mechanisms for accessing justice in South Africa, particularly for groups whose individual claims may be too small to justify …
Criminal Procedure in South Africa
Introduction South African criminal procedure governs the investigation, prosecution, and adjudication of criminal offences. The primary legislation is the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 (CPA). The …
Labour Procedure in South Africa
Introduction Labour procedure in South Africa governs the resolution of labour disputes through the specialised institutions established by the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 (LRA). The system …
Litigation Funding and Costs
Introduction Litigation funding and costs are critical issues in South African civil procedure, affecting access to justice and the conduct of litigation. The legal framework addresses contingency …