Abenta v Walter Sisulu University (EL743/2023) [2024] ZAECELLC 2 (8 February 2024)
Court
Eastern Cape High Court, East London Local Court
Case number
EL743/2023
Judge
Beshe
The High Court reviewed and set aside Walter Sisulu University’s refusal to postpone disciplinary proceedings, finding the process procedurally unfair and expelling the student.
Ndlovu and Others v Mangosuthu University of Technology and Others (D8841/2022) [2023] ZAKZDHC 19 (28 April 2023)
Court
Kwazulu-Natal High Court, Durban
Case number
D8841/2022
Judge
Nicholson AJ
The court found that the applicants failed to establish that the challenged sections of the university’s general rules and disciplinary code were unconstitutional or unlawful. The suspensions and expulsions were effected in accordance with the university’s disciplinary procedures, which provide for precautionary suspension and do not require prior opportunity to make representations. There is no general constitutional right to legal representation at disciplinary hearings, but the presiding officer retains discretion to allow it in serious or complex cases. The applicants did not demonstrate…