By Johnathan Paoli
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo as the new Deputy Chief Justice of South Africa, in a step that brings renewed commitment to the rule of law, accountability and developing the country’s legal framework.
Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed that the appointment followed the constitutional process, which required consultation with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly.
“President Ramaphosa similarly thanks the incoming Deputy Chief Justice Mlambo for stepping forward to assume a new responsibility of critical national importance and wishes Justice Mlambo well in strengthening the rule of law, enriching jurisprudence and asserting the rights of all citizens,” Magwenya added.
The appointment, made in accordance with Section 174(3) of the Constitution, takes effect on Friday.
Mlambo, a seasoned jurist and respected leader of the bench, has served as the Judge President of the Gauteng
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