University of Pretoria Faculty of Law

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At the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Law, legal education extends beyond the classroom. Through experiential learning opportunities such as the UP Law Clinic, students apply legal theory in real-life settings, developing the knowledge, skills and compassion needed to advance access to justice and serve their communities.

Recent LLB graduate Oarabile Maile reflects on how her experience at the UP Law Clinic shaped her understanding of the legal profession and inspired her commitment to service.

Read her story here: [https://lnkd.in/dsZ3Vh6v]

Today, we honour and celebrate all fathers, father figures and mentors for their love, guidance and lasting impact.

Happy Father’s Day from the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria.

Happy Youth Day 🇿🇦

Honouring the youth of 1976 and celebrating the young people shaping our future today.

As South Africa commemorates Youth Day and marks 50 years since the Soweto Uprising, Wayne Thabani Dlodlo reflects on the enduring significance of 16 June 1976 and the responsibilities that accompany the opportunities enjoyed by today’s youth.

In this thought-provoking opinion piece, he explores the legacy of the uprising, the importance of education, and why young people remain central to South Africa’s future.

Read the full article here: [https://tinyurl.com/268say67]

: As we commemorate Youth Day and celebrate the remarkable young people who continue to shape our communities and institutions, we shine the spotlight on former SRC President and recent UP Law graduate Vhutshilo Muambadzi.

Vhutshilo completed her LLB degree cm laude while leaving a lasting impact through her commitment to student leadership, governance and service.

Reflecting on her journey, Vhutshilo shared: "I don't have to choose between pursuing my own dreams and serving others. It is possible to do both."

Read how her experiences at UP shaped her leadership philosophy and prepared her for the next chapter of her legal career: [https://tinyurl.com/42w3bf9s]

: As we commemorate Youth Day, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of Aimee Caplan, who graduated as UP Law's top final-year LLB student, achieving the highest weighted average across all prescribed final-year modules.

Aimee was also the most awarded student in her graduating class, receiving an exceptional 11 academic awards in recognition of her outstanding performance across multiple areas of law.

Reflecting on her journey, Aimee shared: "I think the biggest key is consistency."

Read how consistency, balance and determination helped shape one of UP Law's most accomplished graduates: [https://tinyurl.com/5y35kcj3]

Today, we commemorate Youth Day and honour the courage, resilience and sacrifice of the young people of 1976, whose actions helped shape South Africa’s democratic future.

As we reflect on their legacy, we are reminded of the important role that young people continue to play in advancing social justice, innovation and positive change. Their energy, ideas and determination remain vital to building a more inclusive, equitable and prosperous society.

Happy Youth Day.

: As we commemorate Youth Month, we celebrate the remarkable young people who continue to embody the values of excellence, resilience and leadership at the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Law.

One such student is Barnard Nortje, who recently graduated with his LLB degree while also helping TuksRugby secure the 2026 Varsity Cup title. His journey is a testament to the power of discipline, perseverance and the pursuit of excellence both inside and outside the classroom.

Reflecting on his time at UP Law, Barnard shared: "With discipline and commitment, it is possible to pursue multiple passions successfully."

Throughout June, we will be sharing stories of members of the community from the Faculty of Law as we commemorate Youth Day and celebrate the achievements, aspirations and impact of our students and recent graduates. We hope these stories will inspire others to pursue their goals with determination and purpose.

Read Barnard's story here: [https://tinyurl.com/65uv42zd]

: The Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria recently welcomed its postgraduate students at the 2026 Postgraduate Welcome Day, bringing together students, academic staff and professional support staff for a day of engagement, learning and connection at one of Africa’s leading law schools.

In his opening address, Prof Steve Cornelius, Dean of , highlighted the Faculty’s position as one of Africa’s leading law schools. He emphasised that the Faculty not only provides an outstanding legal education but also plays a vital role in advancing legal scholarship through research, supported by one of the highest concentrations of NRF-rated researchers in South Africa.

Acting Deputy Dean and Chair of Postgraduate Studies, Prof Joel Modiri, provided an overview of the Faculty and the postgraduate experience. Students also gained valuable insights from Heads of Department, Student Administration, the Research Ethics Committee, the Academic Success Coach and the OR Tambo Law Library Manager, who introduced the extensive academic resources, research support and services available to postgraduate students.

A particularly inspiring highlight of the programme was a presentation by a current postgraduate student, who shared her academic journey and experiences within the Faculty. Her reflections offered practical guidance, encouragement and reassurance to fellow postgraduate students.

The programme further featured an interactive quiz and networking activities at the Javett Art Centre, providing opportunities for engagement, collaboration and meaningful connections among students and staff.

UP Law remains dedicated to fostering an environment in which postgraduate students can thrive as scholars, researchers and future leaders in the legal profession. We look forward to supporting them throughout the remainder of the academic year and celebrating their achievements along the way.

: Your donation can change a life

On 14 June 2026, Ms Audrey Lenoge, Manager of the OR Tambo Law Library in the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria, will take on her 12th Comrades Marathon in support of UP's Degrees Delivered campaign.

While every Comrades runner has a finish line in sight, Ms Lenoge is running for something far greater than a medal. She is running to help graduates who have successfully completed their studies but are unable to access their degree certificates because of outstanding historical debt. Every kilometre she runs represents an opportunity restored, a door reopened and a future unlocked.

Your donation will help deserving graduates access their qualifications, pursue employment opportunities, register with professional bodies and continue their studies. More importantly, it will help restore the dignity that comes with receiving a degree that has already been earned.

"They finished the work. Now we deliver their degree."

Join us in supporting Ms Lenoge's journey and help us turn determination into opportunity, and kilometres into futures.

🔗 Donate here: https://tinyurl.com/45banvh3