Concourt rules against foreign nationals practicing law in SA

This week, the Constitutional Court ruled that foreign nationals who do not have permanent residency documents cannot be enrolled as legal practitioners in South Africa. SCALA-BRI-NI Centre as a friend of the court and speaking for asylum seekers and refugees is reviewing the judgment. In its ruling, the apex court didn't find in favour of the applicants, nor did it make provision for a particular subset and not even affirm the allowance for admission on a non-practicing roll. SCALA-BRI-NI head of advocacy, James Chapman. weigh in on the ruling. Tune into Newzroom Afrika on channel 405 for more.