Eastern Cape Division
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The Eastern Cape Division of the High Court of South Africa is a superior court of law with general jurisdiction over the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. The main seat of the division is at Makhanda, with subordinate local seats at Gqeberha, East London, Bhisho and Mthatha. As of November 2017[update] the Judge President of the division is Selby Mbenenge.
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Eastern Cape Division of the High Court of South Africa | |
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33.3114°S 26.5251°E / -33.3114; 26.5251 | |
Established | 1864 (Eastern Districts Court) |
Jurisdiction | Eastern Cape, South Africa |
Location | Makhanda (main seat), Bhisho, Mthatha, Gqeberha, East London (local seats) |
Coordinates | 33.3114°S 26.5251°E / -33.3114; 26.5251 |
Composition method | Presidential appointment on the advice of the Judicial Service Commission |
Authorized by | Chp. 8 of the Constitution; Superior Courts Act, 2013 |
Appeals to | Supreme Court of Appeal or Constitutional Court |
Judge President | |
Currently | Selby Mbenenge |
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