Ackerman v Mbombela Golf Club (5584/2023) [2024] ZAMPMBHC 50 (19 July 2024)
Court
Mbombela High Court, Mpumalanga
Case number
5584/2023
Judge
S Msibi
The High Court reviewed and set aside Mbombela Golf Club’s refusal to readmit a previously expelled member, finding the process unfair and contrary to the club constitution.
Daniels and Others v WP Rugby and another (15468/11) [2011] ZAWCHC 481 (4 November 2011)
Court
Western Cape High Court, Cape Town
Case number
15468/11
Judge
Davis
The court found that the disciplinary and appeal tribunal decisions of the first respondent constituted administrative action under PAJA, as the respondent exercised a public function affecting the rights of individuals. However, the applicants failed to establish any violation of the principles of natural justice or procedural fairness in the disciplinary process. The record showed that the first applicant was afforded a fair hearing, including the opportunity to present his case and appeal. The decision to order a hearing de novo was explicitly permitted by the bylaws, and no rights were vi…