John Hlophe Impeachment

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John Hlophe was impeached for trying to sway two apex court justices to decide applications linked to the arms deal in Jacob Zuma’s favour. Picture: Werner Beukes/SAPA

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW

Hlophe’s return would undermine integrity of JSC, court told

The unrepentant conduct of the impeached-judge-turned-politician makes him unsuitable for a body that chooses and disciplines judges

Des Erasmus

“There is nothing unique in the challenges this division faces,” Goliath said at one point during the interview. (Photo: Judges Matter)

CHIEF JUSTICE MANDISA MAYA

Goliath defends WCape high court and herself amid JSC criticism

The commission is interviewing candidates to replace John Hlophe as judge president of a division long riven with tension

Emsie Ferreira