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SA Judge on Sick Leave for 8 Years, Tribunal Hears

SA Judge on Sick Leave for 8 Years, Tribunal Hears

A Judicial Conduct Tribunal heard that Free State Judge Lepona Joshua Lekale has been on sick leave for eight years while continuing to receive salary and benefits. The revelation has raised concerns over oversight and the handling of prolonged incapacity in the judiciary.

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Free State judge has been on sick leave for 8 years, Judicial Conduct Tribunal hears