by Daphne Makombe | May 8, 2026 | Newsletter
For the first time on the African continent, PILnet’s Global Forum will be held in Cape Town from 10 – 12 November 2026. The Forum brings together lawyers, in-house counsel, bar associations, civil society organisations, and academics from around the world...
by PB-M-Admin | May 8, 2026 | Newsletter
The Public Interest Practice has published a free online book, Key Judgments Advancing Constitutional Rights in South Africa: A Curated Database, April 1994 – March 2026 by Erica Emdon. Available on the SAFLII website, this resource brings together more than 180...
by PB-M-Admin | May 8, 2026 | Newsletter
On 23 April 2026, ProBono.Org Durban hosted a combined Freedom Day and Attorney Appreciation Day in partnership with Deneys. The event celebrated Freedom Day in South Africa’s constitutional democracy, marked 20 years of ProBono.Org’s community service,...
by PB-M-Admin | Feb 25, 2026 | Newsletter
New Appointment We are pleased to announce the appointment of Pearl Khumalo as Acting Regional Manager for the Durban office. Pearl is a legal professional with over 10 years of experience in the civil society sector, with a strong focus on human rights...
by Thekgo Shakoane | Feb 25, 2026 | Newsletter
Embarking on this opportunity filled me with a mixture of nerves, excitement, and optimism for my future career in the legal profession. One of the most striking aspects of my experience was witnessing the dedication and work ethic of the staff members at ProBono.Org....
by Elsabe Steenhuisen | Feb 25, 2026 | Newsletter
Legal practitioners are increasingly called upon to assist in Children’s Court matters, often with limited exposure to the unique procedures, statutory framework, and practical realities of this forum. To support attorneys in developing the necessary skills and...
