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McGalty v MEC: Department of Education and Another (2835/2017) [2025] ZANCHC 12 (24 January 2025)
The High Court dismissed a damages claim arising from a settlement agreement, finding no proof that the department caused the plaintiff’s unemployment or SACE-related removal.
Van Wyk v The MEC: Department of Local Government and Housing of the Gauteng Provincial Government and Others (1026/2018) [2019] ZASCA 149 (21 November 2019)
The Supreme Court of Appeal held that the high court erred in dismissing the appellant's claim for transfer of the properties based on issues not properly raised in the pleadings. The respondent failed to plead or prove any defence regarding the vesting of the properties, and the appellant was not required to prove vesting as part of his cause of action. The Item 28(1) certificate confirming vesting in the Gauteng Provincial Government was valid and effective until set aside by a court, and the Acting Director-General acted within delegated powers. The sale agreements were enforceable, and th…
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Jacobs v Minister of Safety and Security (CA 327/2012) [2013] ZAECGHC 95 (23 September 2013)
Appeal against dismissal of a damages claim for alleged wrongful arrest and detention after a robbery investigation; the High Court upheld the arrest and dismissed the appeal.
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