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04/06/2026

: Congratulations to our Academic Associate in the Department of Mercantile Law, Katlego Sithole, on obtaining his LLB degree. We wish him every success as he embarks on his LLM studies.

04/06/2026

Highlights from Justice Leona Theron Prestigious Lecture.

CLIMATE LITIGATION SCHOOL: APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!Natural Justice, the Centre for Environmental Rights, and the Universit...
04/06/2026

CLIMATE LITIGATION SCHOOL: APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!

Natural Justice, the Centre for Environmental Rights, and the University of Pretoria’s Centre for Environmental Justice in Africa invite applications for the Climate Litigation School, taking place from 6–10 July 2026.

If you are based in South Africa and work or study in fields such as law, environmental science, public policy, or climate justice activism, this opportunity is for you.
This intensive week-long programme will provide a dedicated space for lawyers, legal empowerment practitioners, and students from diverse disciplines to develop skills in the strategies, practice, and ethics of climate litigation.

As climate cases increasingly rely on climate attribution science, environmental data, and impact projections, the school will bring together scientists, Indigenous knowledge holders, and community leaders to co-develop litigation approaches that are both scientifically rigorous and culturally grounded.

Read more: https://lnkd.in/dntGjGrz

As the impacts of climate change intensify, young people have a critical role to play in advancing climate justice and shaping effective legal responses to the crisis.

Apply today: https://lnkd.in/dmfWvm9a

: UP Law Hosts Prestige Lecture by Justice Leona TheronThe Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria recently had th...
04/06/2026

: UP Law Hosts Prestige Lecture by Justice Leona Theron

The Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria recently had the privilege of hosting Justice Leona Theron of the Constitutional Court of South Africa for a thought-provoking Prestige Lecture titled “Rethinking Traditional Gender Norms: Can surname choices affect family identity and undo gender stereotypes?”

Drawing on the landmark Constitutional Court judgment in Jordaan and Others v Minister of Home Affairs and Another, Justice Theron explored how surname choices after marriage extend far beyond administrative formalities, touching on questions of equality, dignity, family identity, culture and the ongoing challenge of dismantling patriarchal norms.

The lecture provided a valuable platform for critical engagement on constitutional transformation and the role of the law in advancing a more equal and inclusive society. Students, academics, legal practitioners and members of the public engaged in meaningful discussions on the impact of legal reform and the importance of challenging long-standing gender stereotypes.

At UP Law, we remain committed to creating spaces for critical intellectual engagement and exposing our students and broader community to leading legal minds shaping South Africa's constitutional democracy.

Read more about the lecture and the conversations it inspired: [https://tinyurl.com/yv6ase54]

The Environmental Law Hub, a collaborative initiative between the University of Pretoria Faculty of Law and the Pretoria...
02/06/2026

The Environmental Law Hub, a collaborative initiative between the University of Pretoria Faculty of Law and the Pretoria Society of Advocates, recently hosted a timely and robust seminar on climate litigation and governance in South Africa.

The panel featured Ms Ronaldah Lerato Karabo Ozah, whose presentation focused on the significant role that courts continue to play in advancing climate litigation in South Africa. She further highlighted some of the persistent gaps and challenges that courts still face in responding to complex climate governance issues.

Dr Yasmine Luhandjula also joined the panel, where her presentation unpacked the Advisory Opinion of the ICJ, exploring both the scope and implications of the Opinion, as well as the missed opportunities for the ICJ to pronounce itself on key climate-related matters.

Adv Jolandie Rust SC shared valuable practical insights drawn from her involvement in some of the most referenced climate litigation cases in South Africa. She reflected on the existing gaps within South Africa’s current climate change regulatory framework and the broader implications for climate justice, governance, and accountability.

We extend our sincere gratitude to PAS members, UP staff and students, and everyone who attended and contributed to the discussion. Conversations such as these remain critical as we continue to shape and strengthen climate litigation discourse together.

: Graduation Success Stories ✨Today, we celebrate Reabetswe Mampane, a Lecturer in the Department of Public Law at the ...
01/06/2026

: Graduation Success Stories ✨

Today, we celebrate Reabetswe Mampane, a Lecturer in the Department of Public Law at the University of Pretoria Faculty of Law, who recently graduated with an LLM specialising in International Air, Space and Telecommunications Law, cm laude. 🎓

Her achievement is a testament to the power of dedication, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong learning. As both an academic and a graduate, Reabetswe continues to embody the pursuit of excellence that defines the UP Law community.

Her favourite quote serves as a reminder to keep going, even when the journey seems uncertain:

“Everything will be okay in the end, and if it is not okay, it is not the end.” – Unknown

Congratulations, Reabetswe, on this outstanding achievement. Your journey is an inspiration to students, colleagues, and future graduates alike. 🌟

29/05/2026

At UP Law, every graduation is a shared achievement. To the families, friends, mentors, and loved ones, this moment belongs to you too. 🎓

29/05/2026

🏅 Congratulations to Ms Nikita Rama, recipient of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal’s Medal for achieving the highest weighted average across all four years of the LLB degree.

🌍 SAVE THE DATE | Global Perspectives on Environmental Justice: Capacity Building WorkshopThe Centre for Environmental J...
28/05/2026

🌍 SAVE THE DATE | Global Perspectives on Environmental Justice: Capacity Building Workshop

The Centre for Environmental Justice in Africa, in collaboration with the University of Derby and the University of Chester, invites you to join an important global conversation on environmental justice, inclusive decision-making, and community-centred approaches to sustainability.

This online workshop will introduce the Inclusive Environments Framework and foster meaningful dialogue between stakeholders from the Global South and Global North, with a strong focus on placing community voices at the centre of environmental governance and policy development.

📅 24 June 2026
⏰ 10:00 – 13:00
📍 Online via Zoom

Registration required.

🏅 Award of the Vice Chancellor and Principal Medal: Ms Nikita RamaAt the graduation ceremony of the University of Pretor...
28/05/2026

🏅 Award of the Vice Chancellor and Principal Medal: Ms Nikita Rama

At the graduation ceremony of the University of Pretoria Faculty of Law held on 27 May 2026, Ms Nikita Rama was awarded the prestigious Vice Chancellor and Principal Medal for being the best student in the LLB programme.

This award recognises the student with the highest weighted average across all prescribed modules during the four years of the LLB degree.

This remarkable achievement is a testament to Ms Rama’s unwavering dedication, academic excellence, resilience, and pursuit of excellence throughout her studies. Her accomplishment reflects the very best of what it means to be a UP Law student and serves as an inspiration to current and future generations of legal scholars.

Congratulations to Ms Nikita Rama on this outstanding and well-deserved achievement. We are incredibly proud of you and look forward to seeing the impact you will continue to make in the legal profession and beyond.

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