We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the incoming Chief Justice Raymond Zondo. President Rampahosa announced late yesterday afternoon (Thursday 10 March 2022) that he had, ‘in accordance with Section 174(3) of the Constitution, decided to appoint Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo as the next Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa with effect from 1 April 2022.’

May the reputation of the South African judiciary continue from strength to strength, may the independence and impartiality of the judiciary be protected, and may our courts continue to make decisions without fear, favour or prejudice under your leadership Justice Zondo.