Justice minister condemns killing of lawyer in Joburg CBD Zandile.Khumalo Tue, 03/24/2026 - 18:32
JOHANNESBURG - Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has expressed outrage over the fatal shooting of a 35-year-old woman in the Johannesburg CBD. The victim, who has been identified as a legal practitioner, was shot and killed on Monday at the corner of Fox and Joubert Street. According to a statement from the minister's office, reports indicate the deceased was attached to Sibanye-Stillwater’s legal team and was reportedly involved in a labour dispute on behalf of the company at the time of her death. READ | Woman shot dead in Joburg CBD Police claim preliminary reports indicate that the woman was allegedly followed by two unknown suspects who opened fire on her before fleeing the scene on foot. Gauteng police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko said no arrests have been made at this stage and investigations into the circumstances of the shooting continue. Kubayi condemned the incident, stressing that violence can never be used to resolve disputes. She further reiterated the importance of upholding the rule of law, adding that violence against any person will not be tolerated, particularly when it targets members of the legal profession.
“An attack of this nature undermines the rule of law and threatens the very foundation of our constitutional democracy. Legal practitioners play a critical role in ensuring access to justice, and their safety must be safeguarded at all times,” Kubayi said.
She has extended condolences to the family of the deceased.
