Transformation of the legal system has taken centre stage in the courts in recent weeks, as government’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment codes for legal firms came under spotlight. The codes set racial and gender targets for larger law firms to apply within 5-years. We discuss the legal implications of these developments. The Social Development Department says it wants to remove children who are living at public and private care homes countrywide by 2030, as part of its policy of deinstitutionalisation. It’s hoping to either return them to private homes, where’ll they’ll live with their biological families, or place them with extended family, foster, or adoptive parents. But experts are doubtful over whether either the concept or the timeframe are fully workable.

TOPIC 1: Just days after the Constitutional Court ruling on Phala Phala, the president intends to review the S89 Panel Report. Despite this, Parliament is proceeding with the impeachment process. We discuss the legal implications of these developments. Guests: Zovuyo Zungula, Dr Shadi Magano and Thulasizwe Simelane TOPIC 2: A determined doctor and an unrelenting prosecutor join forces to resolve a decade old rape case of a 13-year-old girl. Guests: Dr Efrat Barnes and Ms Tholwana Khakhathiba.

Widely regarded as one of the most progressive in the world, the Constitution of South Africa stands as the cornerstone of the country's democracy. Forged in the spirit of 1994, it drew on the collective wisdom of elected representatives determined to break decisively from apartheid—a system that oppressed the black majority. Its mission was clear: to enshrine and protect the rights of all who live in the country. This year marks 30 years since its adoption. Joining in the discussion is the UN Human Rights Regional Representative for Southern Africa, Ms Abigail Noko; Chairperson of the Commission foe Gender Equality, Adv. Nthabiseng Sepanya-Mogale; South African Human Rights Commissioner, Prof. Tshepo Madlingozi and Former Constitutional Assembly Member, Adv. Palesa Ncholo. For more news, visit sabcnews.com and #SABCNews on all Social Media platforms.

The SABC News Channel is proud to launch Case In Point, a bold new programme designed to deepen legal storytelling and amplify the voices of everyday citizens. Tune in with Joanne Joseph every Thursday night from 20:00 – 21:00 on SABC News Channel 404 and SABC Plus. Don’t miss the stories that matter. ⚖️#CaseInPoint #SABCNews #YourVoiceMatters