In a bold and urgent appeal, retired Judge Bernard Ngoepe, who chairs the tribunal probing sexual harassment allegations against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, has urged for the case to be wrapped up without unnecessary delays. Determined not to let this case mirror the drawn-out sagas of the Senzo Meyiwa and Timothy Omotoso trials, Ngoepe is pressing to have Mbenenge’s testimony completed by the end of this week.
The tribunal is investigating claims made by court secretary Andiswa Mengo, and has a deadline looming—July 11, 2025. Ngoepe’s strong push for pace reflects a growing frustration with sluggish legal processes in high-profile cases, a concern shared by the public and legal community alike.
With the eyes of the nation on this tribunal, the call for swift justice is not just about one case—it’s about restoring faith in a system often criticized for moving too slowly when it matters most.
