Judicial Review — Administrative action — Legality of decision — Applicants challenged the decision of a government body on the grounds of procedural unfairness and lack of jurisdiction — The court considered whether the decision-making process adhered to the principles of natural justice and whether the body acted within its statutory powers — Court held that the decision was procedurally flawed due to the failure to afford the applicants a fair hearing, rendering the decision invalid.
Appearances
Counsel for 1st to 3rd Applicants: Adv H Modisa SC & Adv TT Sebata instructed by State
Attorney Pretoria.
Counsel for 4th Applicant: Adv T Modise instructed by Moorosi Attorneys.
Counsel for Respondent: Adv M Wesley SC instructed by Werksmans Attorneys.
Date heard: 26 November 2025.
Date of Judgment: 1 December 2025.