Students from UP Law and University of Pennsylvania participate in cross-continental legal dialogue and exchange their perspectives.

Posted on March 31, 2025

On March 14, 2025, the University of Pretoria (UP) hosted a group of law students from the University of Pennsylvania (UPENN) for a beneficial academic and cultural exchange. The visit was aimed to encourage global legal discussions and develop ties between the two institutions.

Book Launch: Dispute Resolution in Africa, A Journey Forward

Posted on March 29, 2025

On March 13, 2025, the Department of Procedural Law hosted a book launch at the SRC Chambers on the University of Pretoria's Hatfield campus. Professor Rashri Baboolal-Frank and her postgraduate students collaborated to launch the book Dispute Resolution in Africa, A Journey Forward, providing...

“Being SRC President means ensuring that every student feels heard, represented, and supported in their academic and personal journey,” - Vhutshilo Muambadzi

Posted on March 14, 2025

Meet Vhutshilo Muambadzi, a final-year LLB student at UP and the 2025 Student Representative Council (SRC) President. She embodies the spirit of leadership, advocacy, and unwavering dedication to student success.

The 2025 Law Career Fair, presented by UP Career Services, prepares students for their legal careers.

Posted on March 13, 2025

This year's Law Career Fair was meticulously planned to provide students with the opportunity to learn about the areas of specialisation offered by employers, as well as for employers to engage students in available opportunities such as vacation work, candidate attorney programs, and other...

UP Mercantile Law and the National Consumer Commission Formalise Collaboration During National Consumer Protection Week

Posted on March 07, 2025

The Department of Mercantile Law at the University of Pretoria (UP) and the National Consumer Commission (NCC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today, marking an important step towards boosting consumer law teaching and advocacy in South Africa. The event, held at the Moot Court,...

End of a term: Prof Ann Skelton's final day on the Committee on the Rights of the Child comes after eight outstanding years

Posted on February 28, 2025

Today, Professor Ann Skelton of the University of Pretoria, Faculty of Law serves her final day as the Chairperson of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child. She has served as Chair for the previous two years, a challenging period to be in this position because children have been at the core...

Embracing Change: UP Law's Unam Tandwa's Journey Through Leiden University and Its Impact on Personal Development

Posted on February 26, 2025

Many students aspire to study abroad as the experience allows them to discover different cultures, gain new academic perspectives, and grow personally and professionally. Unam Tandwa, a University of Pretoria student, realised his ambition when he enrolled in an exchange program at Leiden...

UP Faculty of Law Welcomes Top Matric Achievers

Posted on February 10, 2025

The top matric achievers who joined the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Law as the 2025 first-year cohort began their higher education journey on February 3, 2025. These top-performing matriculants have selected UP Law to advance their legal study.