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Free State judge concedes eight-year sick leave “borders on incapacity”

Judge Lepona Lekale has told a Judicial Conduct Tribunal that he remains convinced traditional healers will restore his sight

Free State Judge Lepona Lekale has acknowledged his eight-year absence from the bench has placed strain on the Free State High Court and the public purse. Photo is a screenshot of tribunal proceedings today.

Free State Judge Lepona Lekale has acknowledged that his eight-year sick leave absence from the bench has placed strain on the court and the public purse.
He accepted that medical evidence shows he is permanently blind, but said he still believes traditional healers’ who say his sight will return.
A Judicial Conduct Tribunal has concluded hearing evidence, and parties will file heads of argument by the end of August.

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