2024 Annual Awards Ceremony, Durban

This year’s Annual Awards Ceremony was a special occasion to celebrate and honour the dedicated legal practitioners who have contributed significantly to pro bono work throughout 2024. Sponsored by Norton Rose Fulbright, the event was held at the elegant Durban Country Club, bringing together members of the legal community, partners, and supporters of ProBono.Org

The evening commenced with a warm welcome from Craig Woolley, Managing Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, Durban. His opening remarks set the tone for a meaningful celebration of service and impact.

We were privileged to have Advocate Suleman as our keynote speaker, who delivered an inspiring address on the profound impact of pro bono work. He encouraged legal practitioners to continue taking on matters that advance access to justice for vulnerable communities. His message served as a powerful reminder of the importance of legal professionals in driving social change.

The ceremony concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Advocate Shafie Ameermia, ProBono.Org National Director, who acknowledged the tireless efforts of practitioners and the invaluable support from our sponsors and partners.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Norton Rose Fulbright and Nike Pillay Inc. for their generous support, which made the event a great success.

A special congratulations to all of our award recipients – your commitment and excellence embody the spirit of pro bono service.

Award Recipients 

Excellence in Deceased Estates Assistance

Bianca Griffiths, Meumann White Inc Attorneys

Outstanding Support in Housing Matters

Muhammad Dangor, Dangor and Associates

Outstanding Support in Consumer Law

Bonita van Zyl, Legator Mckenna Inc

Most Helpful with Wills

Rita Padayachee, Mooney Ford Attorneys

Excellence in Refugee Legal Assistance

Mellisha Hurchund, Mellisha Hurchund Attorneys

Champion for Family Law & GBV Cases

Wiseman Hlela, Hlela Wiseman Attorneys and

Jenna Jones, Jenna Jones Attorneys Inc

Excellence in Labour Law Assistance

Bradley Aliphon, Bradley Aliphon Attorneys

Outstanding Community Stakeholder

KwaZulu-Natal Deaf Association
and
Association for the Physically Challenged

Impactful Contribution to Community Seminars

Nqobile Gumbi, N Gumbi and Associates

Excellence in Media & Public Awareness

Sanele Msomi, Coleman Msomi Inc

Dedication to Attorney Training & Webinars

Bonga Sibiya, Farrell Inc Attorneys

Most Pro Bono Hours Contributed

Meumann White Inc.

Commitment to Special Help Desks

Bulelwa Jafta, Bulelwa Jafta Attorneys

Excellence in High-Impact Litigation

Gillian Hughes, Hughes Attorneys