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Jun 12
On 1 July 2026, South Africa's Chief Justice Mandisa Maya will be delivering the opening keynote address - titled "Judicial Leadership in a Constitutional Democracy" - at the Public Law Conference 2026. This conference is a global gathering of public law researchers, academics and practitioners.
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE 15 JUNE, so register now if you're still hoping to join us - at law.uct.ac.za/publiclawconfe…
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Jun 12
We recently had the remarkable opportunity to sit down with Advocate Gys Hofmeyr SC (LLB Class of 1955) to chat about his professional life. With a career spanning nearly seven decades, Advocate Hofmeyr has not only experienced significant changes in South Africa’s legal dispensation but has also, certainly in the areas of Law of Succession and Admiralty Law, contributed significantly to how the law in these spheres is understood, interpreted and applied. Read the full article at bit.ly/4v5oWZ8
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Registrations are open till 15 June - you can still secure your participation! law.uct.ac.za/publiclawconfe…
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May 29
Prof Tong-Mongalo kicks off his lecture on the modern-day freedom fighter - in the Oliver Tambo Moot Court or online at bit.ly/4du0FWz
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May 25
Professor Tshepo Tong-Mongalo will be giving a public lecture on the 21st century freedom fighter, and how ensuring the accessibility of, for example, corporate law forms part of effective activism. Listen here to Prof Tong-Mongalo talk about the topic, and join us on Friday 29 May @12h30, Moot Court, Kramer 5!
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Professor Tshepo Tong-Mongalo will be giving a public lecture on the 21st century freedom fighter, and how ensuring the accessibility of, for example, corporate law forms part of effective activism. Listen here to Prof Tong-Mongalo talk about the topic, and join us on Friday 29 May @12h30, Moot Court, Kramer 5!
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UCT Law School retweeted
May 27
🖥️ The new Artificial Intelligence policy at UC Berkeley School of Law, effective Summer 2026.
📝 Here is the main rule:
"The use of AI is prohibited for aid in conceptualizing, outlining, drafting, revising, translating, or editing any work submitted for credit. AI use is prohibited for any use for any purpose in any exam situation. Students may not upload course materials—including assignments, readings, slides, class recordings, or other class content—into generative AI systems. AI can be used for research on papers ONLY for the limited purpose of identifying sources, such as cases, statutes, or secondary sources."
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[VIDEO] UCT’s Faculty of Law is a place where hard work meets support. You’ll be challenged to think deeper, lead with purpose and grow within a close-knit community that’s committed to your success.
Watch the full video: qr.link/mMRA6V
Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za
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UCT Law School retweeted
May 27
📢 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – LITIGATION SECRETARY
Our firm is seeking a dedicated and experienced Litigation Secretary to join our team at our Ruimsig, Roodepoort branch.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs to:
📧 wyndup@wdplegal.co.za / armand@wdplegal.co.za
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May 27
Legal Advisor Nokuthula Ndlovu examines whether AI-generated outputs conflict with the normal exploitation of copyrighted works under the TRIPS Agreement. derebus.org.za/does-artifici…
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May 27
As part of its Human Rights focus, UCT Law Faculty recently welcomed a delegation of Afghan women’s rights advocates & legal practitioners as part of the delegation’s learning & exchange visit to South Africa around justice, accountability, and global human rights advocacy. Read more bit.ly/3PJu31W
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May 21
Prof Jaco Barnard-Naude, the Law Faculty’s Director of Research, welcomes academics and researchers to the Faculty Research Day - an opportunity for celebrating research output, publications, and achievements of colleagues.
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May 20
"Modern Day Freedom Fighter: The different and urgent concerns of a 21st century activist" - Professor Tshepo Tong-Mongalo will deliver a public lecture to explore activism, outreach and the future of corporate law. Fri 29 May @ 12h30 - 14h00, Moot Court, Kramer 5. Read more: bit.ly/49Kst6B
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May 20
UCT Law's inaugural WP & Olive Schreiner Memorial Lecture, held on 14 April 2026 under Professor Jaco Barnard-Naude's WP Schreiner Chair in Law, brought together scholars, diplomats, university leaders and members of the public. Delivered by Professor Mark Sanders of New York University and Stellenbosch University, the lecture was titled Promise of Truth: Reflections on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (30 Years On). Read more: bit.ly/49by9Xd
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Calling all public law academics and researchers : have you registered yet for the Public Law Conference 2026, hosted by UCT Law? Register now - details at law.uct.ac.za/publiclawconfe…. Listen here to Dr Nicola Palmer reflecting on the conference panel on public international law 👇 @PublicLawConf
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