Legal framework

Independence of justice

Yes

Equal treatment of nationals and foreigners

Foreign nationals can expect to receive an impartial trial from the country's judicial system.

The language of justice

Any of the 11 official languages of South Africa.

Having recourse to an interpreter

Interpreter services are available if the language of the proceedings is not understood by the accused.

Sources of the law and legal similarities

The legal system is based on Roman-Dutch law and English common law.
South African commercial laws and company laws are similar to the laws of the United Kingdom.

Consulting national laws online

Acts Online
Legislation South Africa