Ledwaba to appear before JSC seeking permanent appointment as Gauteng Judge President

Acting Gauteng Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba is set to appear before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on Tuesday seeking permanent appointment to the role.

Ledwaba is the only candidate vying for the top position in the country’s largest and busiest court division.

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The vacancy became available after Judge Dunstan Mlambo was elevated to Deputy Chief Justice in July 2025.

While the JSC will conduct interviews for several superior court posts on Tuesday, the spotlight is expected to be on Ledwaba.

Ledwaba brings a strong legal track record, but his candidacy is overshadowed by allegations of impropriety raised at the Madlanga Commission last October.

The claims relate to his handling of the bail application of alleged cartel figure Katiso “KT” Molefe.

Ledwaba has denied receiving any payment in exchange for granting bail, dismissing the accusations as hearsay.

The JSC is expected to delve into his experience as both an attorney and a judge.