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Ramaphosa appoints Judge Desai as legal ombudsman Updated
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Desai will be tasked with investigating complaints and alleged maladministration in the legal profession.
Spokesperson in the Presidency Tyrone Seale says Desai’s 7-year term took effect on 16 December.
“Following discussions with Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola the president has appointed Justice Desai to advance and safeguard the integrity of the legal profession in the country.”
“The president could not have appointed a more qualified, experienced and appropriate jurist than judge Desai. Having practised as an attorney and advocate and a cherry on top of having served as a distinguished judge in our constitutional democracy,” says Justice ministry spokesperson Chrispin Phiri.