Rhodes University Faculty of Law

02/06/2026

Attention law students 🙌🤩

ST ANDREW’S COLLEGE RHODES SCHOLARSHIP INVITATION TO APPLY

Are you eligible?

This invitation is extended to:
• Matriculants of High Schools in the Makana Municipality (Classes of 2020, 2021, 2022
and 2023)
AND / OR
• Graduates of Rhodes University (regardless of where you attended high school)
• Must be at least 19 years of age and not yet have passed your 25th birthday upon entry to Oxford University on 1 October 2027

We are seeking outstanding young graduates who:
• Excel academically
• Demonstrate meaningful leadership
• Are committed to making a positive and lasting difference in the broader community
• Show energy, initiative and strength of character

About the Rhodes Scholarship
The Rhodes Trust Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards in the world, offering:

Full-time, fully funded postgraduate study at the University of Oxford (UK), including:
• An application fee to cover the cost of applying.
• A monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
• Student visa application fees, as well as the International Health Surcharge (IHS) coverage while studying in the UK.
• Two economy-class flights to and from the UK, at the beginning and end of studies at Oxford.

Applications for Southern Africa open annually in June.

How to Apply

Apply online at: https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/applications/

• Applications open: 1 June 2026
• Closing date: 3 August 2026

Enquiries
Rhodes Scholarships Secretariat (Southern Africa)
Email: [email protected]

If you know someone who may qualify, we encourage you to share this opportunity with them.

27/05/2026

Calling all (ethical!) Rhodes Law Faculty alumni and friends to attend the book launch of Legal Ethics in South Africa at the Wits Law School - the first book dedicated to legal ethics in over 40 years! Join your old (?!) Profs - Helen Kruuse and Rosaan Kruger, and alumni Chris McConnachie and Franciscus Crouse as all part of the author team. Use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAhTZfz4sx4NFAy-kMF0D66R-pvUm4IOrshphpMG8fOyP8LA/viewform

23/05/2026

What could be better than alumni and lifelong friends supporting one another? Recently reunited in Johannesburg, Sovash Chetty moved the application for admission of Vuya Noka, while Kiora Soke shared the special occasion — with just a few more months to go before her own admission.

18/05/2026

Amazing but heartbreaking work by former Rhodes alumnus - Sasha Stevenson

The NPA finally announced it will prosecute those implicated in the Life Esidimeni tragedy

16/05/2026

It is indeed a small world for the Rhodes Law Class of 2016, a decade later. Recently, in the Mthatha High Court, alumni from the same class found themselves on opposing sides of a significant case. Specifically, Sarah Cawood (nee Roberts) from Eversheds, with Xolelwa Mkula as the CA, represented the applicant, a SANRAL contractor, while Naso Zilwa appeared as counsel for the community. Unfortunately Xolelwa missed the photo op!

16/05/2026

In more news from the BLA Rhodes chapter: Students hosted a successful “CV Skills: Strategy and Expectations in South Africa” workshop, aimed at equipping students with practical guidance on CV drafting, cover letters, and preparing for entry into the legal profession.

The event was well attended and highly engaging, with students actively participating in discussions and the Q&A session.

The organisers were very appreciative of the efforts of their speakers for sharing their expertise and experiences:• Mr Shaun Bergover from the Law Clinix;• Ms Rethabile Sindi from the Legal Resources Centre;• Mr Lesley Sabelo Ndlovu; and• Mr Nduduzo Mvundla of Whitesides Attorneys.

Thank you as well to all students who attended and contributed to the success of the event.

16/05/2026

The Black Lawyers Association student chapter and the Rhodes Law Society faced off in an exciting moot recently on a minor’s medical autonomy case. Both societies fielded senior and junior teams, with BLA emerging victorious in both rounds - winning as Respondents (senior) and Applicants (junior). A big well done to all participants, and thank you to our judges, Law Faculty Teaching Assistants Leeroy Chenga and Ayabonga Ndzuse.

13/05/2026

13/05/2026

Rhodes University welcomed many bright learners from schools across the country to the 2026 Open Day. As part of this annual initiative, the Law Faculty held a mock trial and offered career advice to over 200 learners at the Barrat Lawns. Thank you to the team of Penultimate Law volunteers and to Mr Somandi, the Deputy Dean of Law, for their time and dedication.