Eastern Cape Division

The Eastern Cape Division of the High Court of South Africa is a superior court of law with general jurisdiction over the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. The main seat of the division is at Makhanda, with subordinate local seats at Gqeberha, East London, Bhisho and Mthatha. As of November 2017 the Judge President of the division is Selby Mbenenge.

Eastern Cape Division of the High Court of South Africa
33.3114°S 26.5251°E / -33.3114; 26.5251
Established1864 (Eastern Districts Court)
LocationMakhanda (main seat), Bhisho, Mthatha, Gqeberha, East London (local seats)
Coordinates33.3114°S 26.5251°E / -33.3114; 26.5251
Composition methodPresidential appointment on the advice of the Judicial Service Commission
Authorized byChp. 8 of the Constitution; Superior Courts Act, 2013
Appeals toSupreme Court of Appeal or Constitutional Court
Judge President
CurrentlySelby Mbenenge
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