Former judge John Hlophe’s nomination to represent the party on the JSC has sparked concern among civil society organisations, which have written to Speaker Thoko Didiza, urging the House not to approve his inclusion.
from the National Assembly’s agenda for further consultation among parties, as announced by African National Congress Chief Whip Mdumiseni Ntuli.MK Party to nominate impeached former judge Hlophe to represent it on JSC
They argue that nominating an individual found guilty of gross misconduct and removed from judicial office by the JSC itself would be inappropriate and irrational, potentially leading to legal challenges, and undermining public confidence in the judicial appointments process.
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