JSC Report: “System needs an overhaul” - Freedom Under Law on judicial appointments

Freedom Under Law (FUL) has raised several concerns about the composition, operation, and performance of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). The JSC is the body constitutionally mandated to assist in making judicial appointments and must deal with disputes lodged against judges. FUL’s report titled: A review of the activities of the South African Judicial Service Commission 2009 to 2022, found key deficiencies in the body that has for years been prone to political interference. BizNews correspondent Michael Appel spoke to Calli Solik, lead researcher on the report, to get a better understanding of the systemic issues identified by FUL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices