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President Jacob Zuma has received submissions from parties that he is enjoined by the Constitution to consult when appointing the Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa.
The position of Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa became vacant at midnight on 14 August 2011 as a result of the discharge from active service of former Chief Justice Sandile Ngcobo.
Section 174 (3) of the Constitution requires of the President to appoint the Chief Justice after consultation with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and the leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly.
Last night, 5 September 2011, the President met with Deputy Chief Justice Dikgang Moseneke who briefed him on the outcome of the weekend JSC session to discuss the suitability of the President’s nominee, Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng. The President has also received the submissions from leaders of political parties.
He will make his decision known in due course.
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