Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Jurisdiction — High Court — Unlimited Jurisdiction Limited Only by Express Constitutional Provisions

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The High Court's unlimited jurisdiction under Section 236(1) of the 1979 Constitution can only be limited by express constitutional provisions. Vesting jurisdiction in another court that is not described as exclusive does not limit the High Court's jurisdiction. The High Court may exercise concurrent jurisdiction…

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