Stellenbosch University Law Clinic

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The Law Clinic operates as a fully-fledged attorneys’ office, delivering legal services to the poor and marginalised, whilst at the same time training final year law students and candidate-attorneys in the practical application of the law.

01/06/2026

Every case tells a story - and behind each one is a team dedicated to making a difference. ⚖️

Meet the committed staff of the Stellenbosch University Law Clinic, working tirelessly to make justice accessible for all. 🤝

28/05/2026

🌍 World Menstrual Hygiene Day | 28 May 2026
Let’s talk about it.

Menstruation is a normal part of life — yet for many, it remains surrounded by silence, stigma, and inequality.
Today, we join the global call to create a — where open conversations are encouraged, access to menstrual products and education is ensured, and dignity is non-negotiable.

At the Stellenbosch University Law Clinic, our work on period poverty reminds us that awareness is the first step towards change.
💬 Start the conversation
📚 Share knowledge
🤝 Advocate for equal access
Because no one should be held back by their period.

20/05/2026

🎓⚖️Proud to share this introduction to the Stellenbosch University Law Clinic and the important work being done to promote meaningful access to justice through legal service, student training, and community engagement.

🤝At the Clinic, we remain committed to providing quality legal assistance to vulnerable communities while equipping future legal practitioners with invaluable practical experience. Every matter we take on reflects our dedication to making constitutional rights meaningful in practice.

🌍We invite you to learn more about our work and the services we offer by visiting our website at https://www.sulawclinic.co.za/

📢 Guest Presentation at WIETA Master Class on ESTA ComplianceOn Tuesday, 5 May 2026, senior attorney Nikita Stander had ...
08/05/2026

📢 Guest Presentation at WIETA Master Class on ESTA Compliance

On Tuesday, 5 May 2026, senior attorney Nikita Stander had the privilege of participating as a guest presenter in an online master class hosted by the Wine and Agricultural Ethical Trade Association (WIETA). The session focused on key aspects of the Extension of Security of Tenure Act (ESTA), including:
🔹 The legal framework governing the rights and obligations of landowners and occupiers;
🔹 Procedural fairness in eviction matters; and
🔹 Practical steps to prevent disputes and promote compliance.
Nikita shared insights drawn from both legal principles and the Clinic’s practical experience in evictions and tenure security matters, contributing to an interactive and informative discussion with approximately 80 WIETA members.
We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with WIETA and to engage with stakeholders in the agricultural sector on advancing fair, lawful and sustainable tenure practices.

Law Clinic attorneys Nikita Stander and Odwa Nweba are attending the Trial Advocacy Workshop, presented by the American ...
02/04/2026

Law Clinic attorneys Nikita Stander and Odwa Nweba are attending the Trial Advocacy Workshop, presented by the American College of Trial Lawyers in collaboration with the Cape Bar, taking place in Cape Town this week.

As the workshop concludes today, they reflect on an intensive programme that has been both challenging and deeply insightful, offering invaluable practical exposure to advanced trial advocacy skills. The experience reinforces our ongoing commitment to excellence in advocacy and to delivering the highest standard of legal representation.

The skills gained will be applied directly to enhancing the Law Clinic’s legal services, ensuring even stronger advocacy and support for our clients and the broader community.

🎙️ Making Human Dignity Real | Human Rights MonthWe’re proud to share that attorney Odwa Nweba recently featured on MFM ...
30/03/2026

🎙️ Making Human Dignity Real | Human Rights Month

We’re proud to share that attorney Odwa Nweba recently featured on MFM 92.6’s Human Rights Day Series, themed “The Bill of Rights at 30: Making Human Dignity Real.”

In this discussion, Odwa reflects on:
Access to justice for poor and working‑class South Africans;
The Law Clinic’s role in protecting vulnerable consumers; and
The historic first consumer law class action brought by a South African law clinic

🎧 Listen to the full podcast here:
https://iono.fm/e/1661261

Access to justice is a cornerstone of human dignity — and we’re proud to keep working towards making these rights a lived reality for all.

On 24 March 2026, the Stellenbosch University Law Clinic, in collaboration with The Black Sash Trust, presented a traini...
26/03/2026

On 24 March 2026, the Stellenbosch University Law Clinic, in collaboration with The Black Sash Trust, presented a training session on the Debt, Credit and Consumer Rights Manual at Sparrow Society in Wynberg, Cape Town.

The session was attended by Sparrow Society staff. Sparrow is an organisation dedicated to empowering women—particularly unemployed youth and survivors of gender-based violence—by equipping them with entrepreneurial skills, employment opportunities, education, and social support to uplift their families and communities.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to making this training a meaningful and impactful learning experience.

From classroom to consultation room ⚖️Our first-semester final‑year PLT students started consulting with clients this we...
20/03/2026

From classroom to consultation room ⚖️

Our first-semester final‑year PLT students started consulting with clients this week, engaging with real legal challenges, and applying their training in practice. This is where theory meets experience and marks an important step in their professional development and in our commitment to access to justice.

We are pleased to share the dates for the National Financial Ombud Scheme South Africa - NFO’s monthly satellite visits ...
19/02/2026

We are pleased to share the dates for the National Financial Ombud Scheme South Africa - NFO’s monthly satellite visits to the Stellenbosch University Law Clinic for 2026!

Through this important collaboration, community members can now access the Ombud’s services directly at the Clinic for assistance with financial disputes and consumer‑related complaints.

📍 Location: Stellenbosch University Law Clinic

For more information or to make an appointment, please contact the NFO at:
📞 0860 800 900
💬 WhatsApp: 066 473 0157
📧 [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you and supporting accessible financial justice in our community.

Yesterday, the Clinic's Dr Stephan van der Merwe was requested to provide the South African perspective following USA Fe...
19/02/2026

Yesterday, the Clinic's Dr Stephan van der Merwe was requested to provide the South African perspective following USA Federal Judge Ron Hedges' online presentation on Legal practice in the age of AI. The conversation explored the ethical implications and the current lack of specific guidelines from the Legal Practice Council.

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