
JSC recommends Judge Ledwaba for the Gauteng Judge President post
The recommendation will be sent to President Cyril Ramaphosa who will have the final say.
MONDAY, 27 APRIL 2026, 17:02

The recommendation will be sent to President Cyril Ramaphosa who will have the final say.
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