Posted on September 25, 2025
UP Law lecturer and recent LLM graduate Barbara Sambo investigates this in her dissertation, using Sudan and Zimbabwe as case studies. Her research highlights the unintended consequences of sanctions and advocates for people-centred approaches to peace, human rights, and governance.
Posted on September 04, 2025
The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Law (UP Law) recently took Africa’s voice to two major global stages, the ICAO Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) Global Summit and the National Space Conference 2025. The LLM in International Air, Space & Telecommunications...
Posted on August 14, 2025
UP Law’s Dr Tshepiso Ngoepe & Dr Yeukai Mahleza win Best English Presentation at the IACL Global Conference in Buenos Aires. Their award-winning paper explored product safety & human rights in SA’s spaza shop sector.
Posted on August 05, 2025
Second-year LLB student Warona Malambe made the most of the July recess, not by taking a break, but by winning gold.
Posted on July 17, 2025
The University of Pretoria was abuzz with intellectual energy and global camaraderie on Monday, 7 July 2025, as it officially hosted the first full day of the Law Schools Global League (LSGL) General Assembly and Academic Conference.
Posted on July 04, 2025
On Sunday, 29 June 2025, the University of Pretoria (UP) proudly opened its doors to welcome participants of the 13th edition of the Law Schools Global League (LSGL) Summer School. The orientation event, held at UP’s Faculty of Law, marked the beginning of a dynamic two-week academic...
Posted on July 03, 2025
With courage, intellect, and an unrelenting pursuit of justice, Professor Rashri Baboolal-Frank has shattered multiple ceilings—becoming the first woman of colour and the first Indian South African to lead the Department of Procedural Law at the University of Pretoria.
Posted on July 01, 2025
Karabo Malabela and Lenique Elskie, both third-year LLB students, are empowering their peers through leadership roles in the Junior Tukkie Student Ambassador Society.
Posted on June 30, 2025
"This remarkable achievement in the THE Impact Rankings represents more than just a number - it reflects our collective commitment to justice, our dedication to excellence, and our unwavering belief in the transformative power of legal education," says Acting Dean of the Faculty of Law, Professor...
Posted on June 17, 2025
UP Law proudly celebrates O’fentse Mothibe, a Master of Laws (LLM) candidate in Mercantile Law, who has been named a Fellow of the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, a prestigious honour awarded to young South Africans demonstrating exceptional potential for ethical leadership and entrepreneurial...
Posted on June 09, 2025
Reason Misiiwa Baloyi, the legal administrative officer in the Presidency of the Republic of South Africa, recently graduated from UP with an LLD degree
Posted on June 05, 2025
For Muhammed Samaria, five years at UP led to two degrees, lasting friendships and personal growth. Now pursuing his LLM and serving as an Academic Associate, he reflects: “All the effort, late nights and shared study sessions were worth it. UP gave me more than an education — it gave...
Posted on June 04, 2025
Graduating with an LLM in Mercantile Law, Takudzwa Matekwe's research critically compared South Africa’s and Australia’s product liability regimes, sparked by the 2017 listeriosis outbreak and driven by a passion for justice and consumer rights.
Posted on May 28, 2025
Dr Kgopotso Maunatlala, a lecturer in the Department of Private Law at UP Law, who was recently awarded her Doctor of Laws (LLD) degree. Her research makes a significant contribution to legal education reform, particularly in repositioning customary law within South Africa’s LLB curriculum.
Posted on May 16, 2025
In a recent Daily Maverick article, UP Law experts Dr Faranaaz Veriava and Dr Anne Marie Strohwald explore the constitutional implications of the Copyright Amendment Bill. They highlight the urgent need for educational exceptions to support access to learning materials, especially for poor and...
Posted on May 12, 2025
UP Faculty of Law graduate, Ronewa Khakhu, is rapidly making her mark in South Africa’s legal profession, earning national recognition as one of Inside Education’s 100 SA Shining Stars in the Law & Justice category and being named among the Mail & Guardian’s 2023 Top 200...
Posted on April 20, 2025
The South African Constitution of 1996 is widely regarded as a negotiated constitution based on core ideals. However, Professor Fowkes contended that both of these viewpoints are misguided. He claimed that the constitutional system is founded on power, specifically the ANC's authority in a...
Posted on September 12, 2024
Faculty annual social is a tradition that brings warmth, a sense of community, and delightful treats.
Posted on September 12, 2024
The Faculty of Law, celebrates the 2024 recipients of the Recognition of Acievement (ROA) awards.
Posted on July 12, 2024
Celebrating the Faculty of Law Academic Achievers Awards recognises exceptional graduates who, in the academic year 2023, achieved academic distinction in their studies and who embodied the UP's strategic objectives, which include achieving academic excellence, being globally competitive, and...
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