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✨ Throwback to SAILAS 2026 ✨Leading academics, judges, and practitioners gathered at UP to explore pressing issues in in...
15/10/2026

✨ Throwback to SAILAS 2026 ✨

Leading academics, judges, and practitioners gathered at UP to explore pressing issues in insolvency law.

Discussions spanned cross‑border developments, climate change duties, agricultural debt relief, and BRICS perspectives.

The day concluded with an inspiring keynote by Judge Fiona Dippenaar.
A powerful start to shaping the future of business rescue and insolvency in Southern Africa.

We are proud to announce the appointment of Judge Norman Davis of the Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, as Adjunct Professor...
15/10/2026

We are proud to announce the appointment of Judge Norman Davis of the Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Procedural Law, Faculty of Law.

We are honoured to be associated with such an eminent jurist and scholar. Judge Davis brings invaluable expertise in trial advocacy, mediation practice, and judicial training strengthening our Faculty’s commitment to excellence in legal education.

Electives Day 2026Are you a third-year LLB student entering your final year in 2027? Join us for the Annual Electives Da...
14/10/2026

Electives Day 2026

Are you a third-year LLB student entering your final year in 2027? Join us for the Annual Electives Day and explore the elective modules available across the Faculty of Law.

Engage with lecturers and departmental representatives, learn more about module content and assessment methods, and discover how different electives align with your academic interests and future career goals.

Date: Monday, 19 October 2026

Time: 08:30–12:00

Venue: Law Building, Ground Floor, Courtyard

No RSVP required. Simply come through, ask questions and chat with your lecturers to help you make informed choices about your final-year electives.

Your future starts with the choices you make today. Don't miss it!

UP Law proudly hosted Mr Daren Tang, Director‑General of WIPO, for a landmark public lecture at Future Africa. His keyno...
14/10/2026

UP Law proudly hosted Mr Daren Tang, Director‑General of WIPO, for a landmark public lecture at Future Africa.

His keynote explored how intellectual property can catalyse technological growth and support African creativity, followed by an engaging dialogue with academics, innovators, and civil society. We extend our appreciation to our distinguished guest and dignitaries for joining this important conversation.

Congratulations to Professor Gaopalelwe Mathiba on his appointment as Associate Professor in the Department of Private L...
14/10/2026

Congratulations to Professor Gaopalelwe Mathiba on his appointment as Associate Professor in the Department of Private Law at the University of Pretoria.His outstanding scholarship in property law and natural resource governance, coupled with international recognition and award‑winning research, marks an exciting new chapter for UP Law. We are proud to welcome him to our Faculty.

14/10/2026

Prof Steve Cornelius, Dean of UP Law shared how our research leads globally shaping education law and child rights.

đź“šPreparing students with practice-ready knowledge under the Legal Practice Act.

On 8 October 2026, Prof Steve Cornelius, Dean of Law addressed Life Orientation teachers at UP’s Hatfield Campus. He hi...
14/10/2026

On 8 October 2026, Prof Steve Cornelius, Dean of Law addressed Life Orientation teachers at UP’s Hatfield Campus.

He highlighted the global impact of UP Law Research cited twice as often as all other South African law schools combined, and emphasised the Faculty’s leadership in education law and child rights.

Prof Cornelius also outlined the statutory academic routes under the Legal Practice Act, reinforcing how UP Law equips students with research-driven, practice-ready knowledge.

[ : Recognition of Achievers 2026]Celebrating our Top 20 LLB Graduates! 🎓🏅The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Law (U...
13/10/2026

[ : Recognition of Achievers 2026]

Celebrating our Top 20 LLB Graduates! 🎓🏅

The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Law (UP Law) proudly congratulates the 20 outstanding LLB graduates who received the Phatshoane Henney Group Honor Grotius Medals Prize at the 2026 Recognition of Achievers Awards.

This prestigious recognition celebrates the top 20 final-year LLB students who graduated with distinction, acknowledging their exceptional academic performance, dedication and commitment to excellence throughout their studies.

Congratulations to our Top 20 achievers:

Aimee Caplan
Nikita Rama
Connor Anderson
Tshifhiwa Mufamadi
Izelle Ellis
Suranya Govender
Phila Ramphomane
Sifiso Dlamini
Charlize Beyer
Nadia van Heerden
Courtney Kaplan
Micaela de Gouveia
Frédéric Augustyn
Wamkelwe Ntuli
Dané Schutte
Johannes van der Walt
Caitlin Dunsmuir
Tashlin Ramanundh
Chazryn Moodley
Mohamed Zakir Ismail Wazar

Your achievements reflect years of hard work, perseverance and a sustained commitment to academic excellence. As you embark on the next chapter of your professional journeys, we encourage you to carry this same dedication into the legal profession and beyond.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! We are immensely proud of you and look forward to seeing the impact you will make in the world. đź‘Ź

Read more about the 2026 Recognition of Achievers Awards: https://www.up.ac.za/faculty-of-law/news/law-celebrates-academic-excellence-2026-recognition-of-achievers-awards

[ : Recognition of Achievers 2026]An evening of excellence, celebration and recognition! 🎓🏆Earlier this year, in May, th...
13/10/2026

[ : Recognition of Achievers 2026]

An evening of excellence, celebration and recognition! 🎓🏆

Earlier this year, in May, the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Law (UP Law) hosted its 2026 Recognition of Achievers Awards, celebrating the outstanding academic achievements of students who excelled during the 2025 academic year.

The elegant evening brought together students, academics, members of the legal profession and valued partners to celebrate the hard work, dedication and perseverance behind academic excellence.

Prof Steve Cornelius, Dean of the UP Law, opened the evening by reflecting on the importance of excellence and encouraging students to carry the same commitment beyond their studies and into their professional careers as ambassadors of UP Law.

Our keynote speaker, Khuraisha Patel-Rahemtulla, a human rights specialist, UP Law alumna and former recipient of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal’s Medal, reminded students that excellence extends beyond academic achievement. Drawing on her experience in human rights and social impact, she encouraged students to use their legal education to make a meaningful difference in society.

The presentation of awards was led by Dr Dr Liesl Hager, Lecturer in the Department of Private Law, and Prof Phemelo Magau
, Associate Professor in the Department of Mercantile Law, who recognised students for their exceptional performance across the Faculty's academic programmes.

In his closing remarks, Prof Joel M Modiri, Acting Deputy Dean of UP Law, reinforced the importance of excellence and congratulated the students on their remarkable achievements.

The evening was a celebration not only of academic success, but also of the culture of excellence that UP Law continues to cultivate and the future legal professionals who will carry that excellence into society.

Congratulations once again to all our 2026 Recognition of Achievers award recipients! đź‘Ź

Read more about the evening and our exceptional achievers: https://www.up.ac.za/faculty-of-law/news/law-celebrates-academic-excellence-2026-recognition-of-achievers-awards

UP Faculty of Law congratulates Judge Navi Pillay on receiving the 2026 Nobel Peace PrizeThe University of Pretoria’s Fa...
09/10/2026

UP Faculty of Law congratulates Judge Navi Pillay on receiving the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Law congratulates Judge Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on being awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote peace and international law.

Throughout her career, Judge Pillay has championed human rights, upheld the rule of law and worked to ensure that those responsible for serious violations are held accountable. In 1995, she became the first woman of colour appointed to the High Court of South Africa. She went on to serve as a judge of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and the International Criminal Court, and as United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. In 2009, Forbes ranked her 64th on its list of the world’s 100 most powerful women.

This news is close to home for us. On 10 December 2009, UP awarded Judge Pillay an Honorary Doctor of Laws (LLD) in recognition of her contribution to the legal profession and human rights. Seventeen years later, on 10 December 2026, she will receive the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway. We are proud to count her among our honorary graduates.

Her achievement is a moment of pride for South Africa and the international legal community. Her career shows how the law can be used to challenge injustice, protect human rights and hold power to account, far beyond national borders.

To our students: her journey is a reminder that the law is about more than legal principles and courtrooms. It is also about the people whose lives are affected by the decisions we make, and the responsibility to stand up for justice.

Congratulations, Judge Pillay. We are proud to celebrate you!



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