South Africa: Sexual Offences Cases Could Be Placed On Special Court Roll

Government is in talks with the judiciary to have sexual offences cases placed on a prioritised roll, says Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Jeff Radebe.

"I am in discussion with the judiciary to ensure that sexual offences cases are placed on a prioritised roll and that we strengthen the caseflow management system to ensure that the chain from investigation to trial stage is water-tight," said the minister.

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