[Sandton, South Africa, 11 December 2024] – The Empire Partner Foundation (EPF) is proud to announce the development of a cutting-edge digital case management solution for ProBono.Org, marking a significant step forward in ensuring access to justice for all. This partnership reinforces EPF’s commitment to leveraging technology to drive impactful social change.
In a symbolic gathering at the EPF Tech Hub, the milestone was celebrated with esteemed representatives, including Meluleki Nzimande, Chairman of ProBono.Org; Shafique Ameermia, National Director of ProBono.Org; Nathan Mariemuthu, Founder of EPF; Simbarashe Mhlanga, CEO of EPF AI Campus; and Joanna Govender, CEO of Empire Partner Foundation and EPF Tech Fund.
The newly developed digital case management platform is designed to streamline ProBono.Org’s operations, enabling more efficient case handling, improved client management, and real-time tracking of legal assistance. This innovation aims to empower ProBono.Org to expand its reach, providing greater support to underserved communities while addressing systemic barriers to justice. Joanna Govender, CEO of EPF, emphasized, “Access to justice is a fundamental human right, and technology can be a powerful enabler in breaking down barriers.
Through this solution, we aim to support ProBono.Org’s mission of making legal services accessible to all, regardless of their socioeconomic status.” Shafique Ameernia, National Director of ProBono.Org, added, “This partnership with EPF represents a new chapter for ProBono.Org. The digital platform will significantly enhance our ability to connect those in need with the legal support they deserve, making justice more inclusive and impactful.” The solution’s launch aligns with EPF’s broader mission to harness technology for societal good and drive innovation in key areas like legal tech. It also reflects EPF’s enduring partnership with organizations committed to social justice, ensuring that innovation serves humanity’s most critical needs.
