Koko v Special Investigative Unit and Others (2023/031211)
Koko v Special Investigative Unit and Others (2023/031211) [2025] ZAGPPHC 715 (18 June 2025)
The Court found that Mr Koko failed to establish a direct and substantial legal interest in the subject matter or order of the review proceedings. The order and judgment made no reference to him, imposed no obligations, and did not affect his rights. The authorities cited, including NDPP v Zuma, B Xulu & Partners, Central Energy Fund, Siyangena Technologies, Deputy Public Protector, and Lebea, confirm that reputational harm or adverse allegations in the reasoning do not suffice for intervention. The order operates in rem, binding all parties, but does not entitle uncited parties to intervene…
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- Intervention Application
- Direct And Substantial Interest
- Order In Rem
- Audi Alteram Partem
- Reputational Harm
- Costs Order