Justice Molemela appointed to SCA top job
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Justice Mahube Molemela as the President of the Supreme Court of Appeal.
She will start in the new role on the first of June.
The position became vacant after Justice Mandisa Maya became the deputy Chief Justice.
The Presidency's Vincent Magwenya says Molemela has over 15 years of judicial experience.
"The Chief Justice indicated that there had been no objections from the public or professional law bodies against Justice Molemela's candidacy and that she had succeeded in her interview.
"Additionally, an overwhelming majority of the members of the JSC (Judicial Service Commission) voted in support of Justice Molemela's suitability.
"President Ramaphosa expresses his appreciation to the incoming President of the Supreme Court of Appeal for her service to date in the judiciary and the legal profession, and wishes her well in her new role.
"Justice Molemela's appointment adds impetus to the continuing transformation of key institutions of our democracy, including the judiciary. Justice Molemela is an outstanding jurist who will play a critical role in entrenching justice for all South Africans."
