South Africa's Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo retires at the end of August 2024. His career was celebrated at an emotional farewell dinner in Johannesburg.
The legal and political community gathered at a farewell dinner held in honour of the outgoing Chief Justice at the Marriott Hotel in Melrose Arch
President Ramaphosa cancelled attendance due to an earlier reported eye infection, which affected earlier commitments, too- Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Ms Thembi Simelane, attended the Chief Justices' farewell on behalf of the absent president. She delivered a tribute in the form of an oil painting.
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo is joined on stage by the Constitutional judges with the oil painting, depicting each individual. @MandaKhozaof the Republic of South Africa in 2022. The president has this to say when reflecting on the significance of the role in the country:“The position of Chief Justice carries a great responsibility in our democracy.
The announcement was met with widespread approval and praise from South Africans, who celebrated the former Supreme Court of Appeal President's promotion.Timothy Oates is Briefly News' Current Affairs Head of Department. He joined the Legit group in 2022. Timothy holds an Honours degree in Sports Management from the Tshwane University of Technology, awarded in 2008, and has completed courses in Project and Stakeholder Management at Stellenbosch and Pretoria Universities, respectively.
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