Frempong Acheampong (Henley Business School), Professor Nkatha Muringi (University of Pretoria), Professor Mashupye H Maserumule (Tshwane University of Technology), Neptune Masombuka (Brigitte Mabandla Justice College), Director General of Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Advocate Doc Mashabane, Yolanda Kirsten (North-West University), Thamsanqa Mdontswa (Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority) and Malose Monyamane (Soweto TVET College) during the signing of the Memoranda of Understanding in Pretoria on Thursday. Picture: Jacques Naude / Independent Newspapers
In a significant move, the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College on Thursday formalised its commitment to advancing legal education and addressing challenges within South Africa’s justice system by signing Memoranda of Understanding with several key organisations in Pretoria.
This strategic initiative marked a crucial step in Brigitte Mabandla Justice College’s ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships that are vital for the development and transformation of the legal sector.
The memoranda were signed between the college and the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority, the Public Service Education and Training Authority, the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, and a consortium of institutions of higher learning, including Tshwane University of Technology , University of Pretoria , North West University and South West Gauteng TVET college.
These partnerships were established to create a structured framework for collaboration, aimed at enhancing legal education, fostering innovation, and developing specialised training programmes that address the specific needs of the legal and justice sectors.
This event represented a significant milestone in Brigitte Mabandla Justice College’s journey to becoming a leading institution for legal education and cyber forensic development in South Africa.
The signing underscored the college’s dedication to improving the legal framework in the country through research, capacity building, and the exchange of expertise.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, head of Brigitte Mabandla justice College, Neptune Mazibuko, highlighted the importance of these partnerships.
“The agreements we have formalised today are more than just documents; they are a testament to our shared vision of enhancing the quality and relevance of legal education in South Africa,” she said.
Mazibuko added that these collaborations will not only address current challenges but also prepare the legal system for future demands.
The involvement of the Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, an international cooperation agency, added a global dimension to the initiative.
The agency’s expertise and international best practices are expected to enrich Brigitte Mabandla Justice College’s curriculum, offering students and professionals cutting-edge knowledge and skills.
In his keynote address, Director-General of the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Advocate Doc Mashabane highlighted the importance of these partnerships.
“The agreements we have signed today will have a profound impact on the justice sector. By enhancing legal education, cyber forensics, research, and overall justice sector development, we are addressing the pressing challenges that have long hindered our progress,” he said.
He further said that the collaboration between Brigitte Mabandla Justice College and its partners will play a crucial role in equipping the next generation of legal professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the modern legal landscape.
The signing of these memorandum of understanding marked a pivotal moment in Brigitte Mabandla Justice College’s evolution, setting the stage for future collaboration and innovation in South Africa’s legal education and justice sectors.
The Star
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