Her Worship, Vanessa Stanley has been appointed a Chief Magistrate.
Stanley was appointed on recommendation of the Magistrates Commission, effective 01 June 2024.
Prior to her appointment as Chief Magistrate, Stanley served as Deputy Chief Magistrate: Training – tasked with the overall responsibility of the training component in the Magistracy. The Office recognises Stanley for her steadfast pursuit to further the administration of justice and service excellence in the Judiciary.
In terms of section 11(9) of the Magistrates Act 3 of 2003, the Chief Magistrate is the Administrative Head of the Magistracy.