Pius Langa
Chief Justice of South Africa
Born
1939
86 years ago
Died
July 24th, 2013
12 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
South Africa
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Served as the 19th Chief Justice of South Africa from 2001 to 2005. Played a significant role in the development of constitutional law in the nation following the end of apartheid. Worked on various legal reform initiatives and was instrumental in protecting human rights through judicial decisions. Prior to his tenure as Chief Justice, he served as a judge in the Constitutional Court and was involved in the struggle against apartheid.
Served as the 19th Chief Justice of South Africa
Contributed to the development of constitutional law
Halted unlawful detention in landmark cases
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