Azhar Cachalia’s Warning: John Hlophe’s JSC Appointment Threatens Judicial Integrity

In a powerful lecture delivered on August 6, retired Supreme Court Judge Azhar Cachalia voiced strong concerns over Parliament’s decision to appoint impeached judge John Hlophe to the Judicial Services Commission. Cachalia warned that this move could erode public trust in the judiciary. He also criticized the commission, stating that it has increasingly misused its authority and has fallen under political influence, compromising its role in upholding justice.