Evidence case law

The practice area of Evidence is crucial in the South African legal landscape, focusing on the principles of admissibility, hearsay, and the burden of proof. Understanding these concepts is essential for legal practitioners and members of the public alike, particularly when navigating complex cases such as those involving witness testimonies and the reliability of evidence presented in court. Semantis AI diligently tracks the latest reportable judgments in this area on a daily basis, ensuring that users have access to the most current legal developments. Recent judgments, including S v Lenting and Others and Savoi and Others v National Prosecuting Authority, highlight the evolving nature of evidence law and its application in various contexts. By providing comprehensive insights into these judgments, Semantis AI serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of evidence in South Africa.

Leading judgments

  1. S v Lenting and Others (CC08/2018) [2025] ZAWCHC 341 (11 August 2025) Western Cape High Court · 11 August 2025 · Reportability 82
  2. S v Lenting and Others (CC08/2018) [2025] ZAWCHC 271 (29 April 2025) Western Cape High Court · 29 April 2025 · Reportability 82
  3. S v Robin and Others (CC 15/2022) [2025] ZAGPPHC 211 (27 February 2025) Gauteng High Court (Pretoria) · 27 February 2025 · Reportability 80
  4. Savoi and Others v National Prosecuting Authority and Another (CCT 146/22) [2023] ZACC 38 (28 November 2023) Constitutional Court · 28 November 2023 · Reportability 82
  5. S v Lenting and Others (CC08/2018) [2023] ZAWCHC 221 (31 July 2023) Western Cape High Court · 31 July 2023 · Reportability 85
  6. NSS obo AS v MEC for Health, Eastern Cape Province (017/22) [2023] ZASCA 41 (31 March 2023) Supreme Court of Appeal · 31 March 2023 · Reportability 82
  7. Sheffrk v MEC for Police, Road and Transport Free State Province (4603/2015) [2022] ZAFSHC 142 (3 June 2022) Free State High Court · 3 June 2022 · Reportability 80
  8. Pentree Limited v Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (3199/2013) [2016] ZAECPEHC 83; [2017] 2 All SA 260 (ECP); 2017 (4) SA 32 (ECP) (17 November 2016) Eastern Cape High Court (Port Elizabeth) · 17 November 2016 · Reportability 78
  9. Magwaza v S (20169/2014) [2015] ZASCA 36; [2015] 2 All SA 280 (SCA); 2016 (1) SACR 53 (SCA) (25 March 2015) Supreme Court of Appeal · 25 March 2015 · Reportability 81
  10. A Company and Others v Commissioner for the South African Revenue Services (16360/2013) [2014] ZAWCHC 33; 2014 (4) SA 549 (WCC) (17 March 2014) Western Cape High Court · 17 March 2014 · Reportability 80
  11. Superstone Mining (Pty) Ltd v Dale Lonsdale Hohne (176/12) [2014] ZANCHC 6 (1 February 2014) Northern Cape High Court · 1 February 2014 · Reportability 82
  12. Bokolo v S (483/12) [2013] ZASCA 115; 2014 (1) SACR 66 (SCA) (18 September 2013) Supreme Court of Appeal · 18 September 2013 · Reportability 82
  13. S v Mamushe (53/04) [2007] ZASCA 58; [2007] SCA 58 (RSA); [2007] 4 All SA 972 (SCA) (18 May 2007) Supreme Court of Appeal · 18 May 2007 · Reportability 82
  14. S v Hammond (500/03) [2004] ZASCA 71; [2004] 4 All SA 5 (SCA) (3 September 2004) Supreme Court of Appeal · 3 September 2004 · Reportability 82
  15. Bogoshi v Van Vuuren NO and Others; Bogoshi and Another v Director: Office for Serious Economic Offences (543/93) [1995] ZASCA 125; 1996 (1) SA 785 (SCA); (13 November 1995) Supreme Court of Appeal · 13 November 1995 · Reportability 82
  16. Janit and Another v Motor Industry Fund Administrators (Pty) Ltd. (570/93) [1994] ZASCA 110; 1995 (4) SA 293 (AD); [1995] 1 All SA 395 (A) (12 September 1994) Supreme Court of Appeal · 12 September 1994 · Reportability 82

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