How does the concept of ratio decidendi apply in South Africa? Great question — and yes, the spelling is ratio decidendi (Latin: “the reason for the decision”). Let’s unpack how ratio decidendi operates specifically in South...
Read MoreHow is the concept of ratio decidendi applied in South Africa? Let’s unpack how ratio decidendi operates specifically in South African law, especially in the post-Constitution era. ✅ 1. What is ratio decidendi? It is the legal...
Read MoreTurnbull-Jackson v Hibiscus Court Municipality (CCT 104/13) [2014] ZACC 24; 2014 (6) SA 592 (CC); 2014 (11) BCLR 1310 (CC) (11 September 2014) per Madlanga J. “[54] The Walele – True Motives controversy brings to the fore...
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