Justice without fanfare: The life of former KZN judge president Achmat Jappie
What to know about Justice without fanfare: The life of former KZN judge president Achmat Jappie
Achmat Jappie (70), retired judge president of the KwaZulu-Natal High Court, who became known for his unobtrusive authority, institutional candour and role in holding fellow judges to account, died in a Durban hospital on 22 April 2026 after a short illness.
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Achmat Jappie (70), retired judge president of the KwaZulu-Natal High Court, who became known for his unobtrusive authority, institutional candour and role in holding fellow judges to account, died in a Durban hospital on 22 April 2026 after a short illness.
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