PRECCA Amendment Bill 2026

Posted 05 May 2026

The draft Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Amendment Bill, 2026 proposes a new corporate offence for failing to prevent corrupt activities by associates.

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BCEA Annual Earnings Threshold Increased to R269,900.90

Posted 29 April 2026

The Department of Employment and Labour has announced an increase in the annual earnings threshold under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, effective from 1 May 2026.

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Legal Practice Amendment Bill: Fidelity Fund and Governance Changes

Posted 28 April 2026

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has finalised a draft Legal Practice Amendment Bill for Cabinet approval, focusing on the governance and regulatory framework of the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund.

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Draft Protected Disclosures Bill: Public Comment Invited

Posted 09 April 2026

The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has released the draft Protected Disclosures Bill for public comment, proposing significant changes to whistleblower protections and the burden of proof in retaliation cases.

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Extradition Bill: Second Pre-tabling Notice Gazetted

Posted 02 April 2026

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has gazetted a second explanatory summary for the Extradition Bill ahead of its formal introduction to Parliament.

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COIDA Amendment Act, 2022: New Employer Obligations and Penalties

Posted 19 March 2026

The Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act, 2022, introduces significant changes to employer compliance, including the recognition of PTSD as an occupational disease and stricter administrative penalties.

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Call for Input: Prevention & Combatting of Corrupt Activities Amendment Bill

Posted 13 March 2026

A notice has been gazetted calling for public comment on a proposed amendment to the Prevention & Combatting of Corrupt Activities Act, No. 12 of 2004, aimed at strengthening penalties and aligning with international standards.

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NPA Amendment Act: Section 8 Commencement Date Gazetted

Posted 19 February 2026

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has announced the commencement date for the oversight mechanism governing National Prosecuting Authority investigators.

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Draft Amendments to Uniform Rule 53: Review Proceedings

Posted 05 February 2026

The Rules Board for Courts of Law has invited public comment on draft amendments to Uniform Rule 53, which governs the review of decisions and proceedings from lower courts and administrative bodies.

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Cannabis for Private Purposes Act: Draft Regulations Published for Comment

Posted 02 February 2026

The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development has called for input on draft regulations under the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act, No. 7 of 2024.

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Traditional Courts Act: Draft Regulations and Code of Conduct Published for Comment

Posted 19 December 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has issued a call for public comment on draft regulations and a draft code of conduct under the Traditional Courts Act, No. 9 of 2022.

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Information Regulator Refers PAIA Non-Compliance to SAPS

Posted 19 December 2025

The Information Regulator has referred three cases to SAPS for criminal investigation following non-compliance with enforcement notices issued under the Promotion of Access to Information Act, No. 2 of 2000.

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Draft Regulations: Hate Crimes & Hate Speech Act

Posted 28 November 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has invited public comment on draft regulations intended to operationalise the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Act, No. 9 of 2024.

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Madlanga Commission: New Reporting Deadlines Gazetted

Posted 26 November 2025

A presidential proclamation has amended the terms of reference for the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, extending the final report deadline to 31 August 2026.

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Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work Bill: Consultation Update

Posted 20 November 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is progressing with the Decriminalisation and Regulation of Sex Work Bill, which seeks to repeal specific provisions of the Sexual Offences Act, 1957 and the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007.

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Information Regulator: SARS Ordered to Release Tax Records under PAIA

Posted 18 November 2025

The Information Regulator has directed SARS to disclose former President Jacob Zuma’s tax records, citing the public interest override provision in the Promotion of Access to Information Act.

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SALRC Report on Family Law Alternative Dispute Resolution

Posted 11 November 2025

The South African Law Reform Commission has published a report on alternative dispute resolution in family matters, recommending a draft Bill to regulate care and contact disputes.

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South African Judicial Education Institute Amendment Bill Tabled

Posted 20 October 2025

The South African Judicial Education Institute Amendment Bill [B26-2025] was tabled on 27 October 2025, targeting unproclaimed sections of the 2008 Act.

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Information Regulator: Mandatory Reporting of Security Compromises

Posted 16 September 2025

The Information Regulator has issued a Fact Sheet clarifying the mandatory reporting requirements for security compromises under the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013.

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Information Regulator: Guide on Reporting Security Compromises

Posted 16 September 2025

The Information Regulator has released a procedural guide for reporting security compromises under the Protection of Personal Information Act, No. 4 of 2013.

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Senior Counsel and Attorney Honours: Conferral Guidelines Amended

Posted 10 September 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has issued an amendment to the March 2024 uniform guidelines for the conferment of senior counsel and senior attorney honours.

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Information Regulator Notice on PAIA Form 2 Compliance

Posted 05 September 2025

The Information Regulator has issued a notice to over 100,000 organisations regarding the mandatory use of Form 2 for access to information requests under PAIA.

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Draft Constitution Amendment Bill: Eligibility for Public Office

Posted 01 August 2025

A draft Constitution Amendment Bill has been gazetted for public comment, proposing to bar individuals removed from office for misconduct from serving in legislative bodies.

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LPFF: Compulsory Automation of Trust Interest Receipts

Posted 28 July 2025

The Legal Practice Council has amended Rule 54.14.16 to mandate the compulsory automation of trust interest transfers to the Legal Practitioners’ Fidelity Fund effective 1 September 2025.

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Criminal Justice System Inquiry: Terms of Reference Gazetted

Posted 23 July 2025

The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development has gazetted the terms of reference and regulations for a judicial inquiry into criminality and corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice institutions.

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