Parliament recommends Hlophe, Motata be removed

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Parliament’s justice committee has resolved to recommend to the National Assembly that it impeaches retired Gauteng judge, Nkola Motata, and Western Cape High Court Judge president, John Hlophe. Only the Economic Freedom Fighters has objected, arguing the decision is heartless and not in the public interest. It will be the first time in the democratic era that Parliament is faced with impeaching high court judges. Phemelo gets analysis from Legal Expert Mpumelelo Zikalala.
22 Nov 2023 12PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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