List of Accredited Court-Annexed Mediators and/or Arbitrators
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Advocate Charlton Rex
*Mediator *Arbitrator *Adjudicator
Adv. Rex is an experienced mediator and arbitrator specialising in diverse areas of law, including cyber law, cybersecurity, digital forensics, blockchain and cryptocurrency, as well as RAF claims, medical negligence, and health sector disputes.
He has extensive expertise in international law, commercial matters, and complex construction and engineering disputes, ensuring efficient and cost-effective resolutions. His practice further extends to mining and environmental law, labour law, and intellectual property, with a focus on compliance under POPIA and PAIA. Adv. Rex is recognised for his ability to deliver fair, practical, and sustainable outcomes across a wide range of sectors, both locally and internationally.
Advocate Shana Van Rooyen
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Adv. Van Rooyen is a qualified mediator and arbitrator. She holds advanced training in alternative dispute resolution through the AFSA, specialising in mediation, labour arbitration, international commercial arbitration, and construction industry disputes.
Her experience spans commercial and company law, aviation law, cyber law, medical negligence, family and matrimonial law, insolvency law, property law, construction and engineering disputes, international law, constitutional and administrative law, labour law, and criminal litigation. She also undertakes mediation, including family mediation and RAF mediation, bringing a solutions-focused approach to complex disputes. Before being called to the Bar, Adv Van Rooyen held key management roles in the aviation, property, and precious metals industries, where she oversaw compliance, risk management, and the drafting and implementation of policies and procedures.
Advocate Suhayl Rajah
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Adv Rajah is a motion and trial lawyer, called to the Bar in 2009, serving as an Acting Judge when duty calls. He is a trusted mediator and AFSA Panel Arbitrator, with several appointments to his name. His practice spans commercial, family, administrative, personal injury, and medico-legal matters, where he brings sharp advocacy, clear advice, and practical problem-solving. Whether in court or around the mediation table, he is known for fairness, clarity, and a results-driven approach. Beyond practice, Suhayl lectures and shares his insights through writing, making the world of law and dispute resolution more accessible to others.
Thobeka Dlanjwa
*Mediator
Thobeka Dlanjwa is a practising attorney based in East London, with experience spanning both private practice and the Office of the State Attorney since 1996. She has built a strong practice in general litigation and has over ten years of specialised experience in mediation and Road Accident Fund (RAF) matters. Her academic qualifications include a BJuris and LLB, as well as training in Alternative Dispute Resolution with a focus on mediation and arbitration.
Masilo Isaac Mathole
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Isaac is an Employee Relations Specialist with over a decade of experience in conciliation and arbitration. His expertise includes conciliation and mediation, arbitration proceedings, employment law and compliance, stakeholder engagement, as well as training and development.
Masilo holds an Advanced Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution from AFSA and the University of Pretoria, a Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law from the University of the Free State, and a Practical Labour Law Certificate from the University of Cape Town.
Zolile Mdekazi
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Zollie is a seasoned dispute resolution and employee relations specialist with over 20 years’ experience in mediation, arbitration, and labour relations. He has represented both employers and unions at the CCMA and Bargaining Councils, and has served in senior roles including Employee Relations Manager, HR Manager, and Acting HR Director at leading institutions such as the University of Fort Hare, UWC, and UCT. With extensive governance experience as a council and committee member, and specialised training through the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa, Zollie is recognised for his ability to manage complex disputes and provide effective, practical solutions in labour, commercial, construction, and international matters.
Zarina Moosa
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Zarina holds an LLB (Hons) from UNISA and is currently completing her Master’s degree in Labour Law. Based in Cape Town, she is accredited in Commercial Mediation through Conflict Dynamics, International Commercial Mediation with CEDR (UK), Court-Annexed Mediation with AFSA, and has completed the Advanced Programme in Alternative Dispute Resolution at the University of Pretoria. Zarina is also a member of the South African Society of Labour Lawyers (SASLAW) and participates in the SASLAW/Labour Court Mediation Programme, with a particular focus on labour law.
Charles Maungu
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Charles Maunga is a Legal Practitioner of 26 years’ experience. He is also an arbitrator, with more than a decade of international expertise in arbitration. He is also an experienced mediator. He has been deeply engaged in corporate and commercial matters, spanning sectors such as Banking & Finance, mining, Construction, infrastructure & Engineering, Energy & resources, Liquidation, insolvency and business rescue. Charles received training in international arbitration from Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA). Charles has a solid background in construction, adjudication and related arbitration, he has gained valuable Charles is also skilled in Road Accident Fund Claims
Nokwazi Miya
*Mediator
Nokwazi Miya is a practising attorney and the principal of Miya Attorneys. She has completed specialised mediation training with the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) and integrates these skills into her legal practice to provide effective dispute resolution.
Lesweu Rampa
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Lesweu Rampa is a legal professional with a strong background in commercial and regulatory law, complemented by extensive management experience. He is currently the Commercial Manager at Ditan Attorneys, where he drives revenue growth, human capital development, and strategic business operations. Lesweu previously served as a Candidate Attorney at the firm, gaining hands-on expertise in mining law, regulatory compliance, and commercial legal practice. His earlier career includes senior management roles in operations, logistics, and industrial services, which provide him with a practical understanding of the legal, contractual, and compliance challenges faced by businesses.
This unique combination of legal training and industry experience enables him to deliver commercially focused legal solutions that bridge the gap between law and business.
Mandle Mahlangu
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Mandla Lucas Mahlangu is a seasoned Local Government Practitioner with more than 20 years of post-qualification experience, including over a decade in senior management. He is currently the General Manager: Corporate Services at Nkangala District Municipality, where he has also served as Acting General Manager and Acting Municipal Manager. His career includes four years as Director at Mahlangu Mnguni Attorneys and nine years in senior local government legal and management roles. An admitted attorney of the High Court of South Africa, and a qualified mediator and arbitrator, Mandla is recognised for his leadership, strategic decision-making, and expertise in governance, administrative, legal, and municipal law.
He holds an LLM in Labour Law from UNISA, a Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution from AFSA, the Municipal Finance Management Programme from the University of Pretoria, and a Programme in Legislative Drafting from the University of Pretoria.
Sonja Eloff
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Sonja Eloff is a qualified Mediator with the Arbitration Fuondation of Southern Africa (AFSA), building on an extensive 18-year-career in the accounting profession. Her Accounting Diploma and background has given her a strong foundation in analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to access complex financial and business matters objectively. Alongside her financial expertise, she has also served as an HR manager in a Corporate Environment, gaining valuable experience in people management, conflict resolution, and workplace dinamix. In addition Sonja has training in Counselling and Therapy, which has equipped her with a deep understanding of human behaviour, empathy and effective communication, which is a helpful tool especially in Family and Trauma Mediation cases. Transitioning into mediation, she brings these skills into the dispute resolution process, ensuring that she approaches each matter with fairness, clarity, and professionalism.
Advocate Vhutshilo Mukwevho
*Mediator *Arbitrator *Adjudicator
Advocate Mukwevho is an advocate and accredited mediator who has appeared in several divisions of the High Court, as well as the Labour Court, CCMA, and arbitration forums. His practice spans general civil and commercial litigation, constitutional and administrative law, labour law, immigration and refugee law, contract and mining law, competition law, medical negligence, construction arbitrations, property law, and criminal law. He also works in emerging fields such as climate change and intellectual property law. Committed to advancing access to justice, Vhutshilo undertakes pro bono and public interest work alongside his litigation and dispute resolution practice.
Advocate Jacqui Maisela
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Adv. Maisela is a member of the Johannesburg Society of Advocates with extensive experience in administrative and constitutional law, labour law, commercial disputes, arbitration, mediation, and third-party claims. Since joining the Bar in 2009, she has acted for government departments, municipalities, and state-owned entities in the High Court, Labour Court, and review proceedings, and has contributed to legislative drafting for the Department of Home Affairs. She has also acted as a Judge of the High Court on several occasions, served on Bar Council committees, and mentors aspiring advocates through pupil training and development.
Advocate Mathabo Makwela
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Adv Mathabo Makwela is a practising advocate at the Pretoria Society of Advocates. An acting Judge at the Labour Court and a part-time Commissioner at the CCMA, and a panellist at various Bargaining Councils.
Advocate Shweshwe Masitenyane
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Adv. Masitenyane is a dynamic legal practitioner with more than a decade of experience in litigation, commercial law, labour and employment law, administrative law, and alternative dispute resolution. A member of the Johannesburg Society of Advocates, she practices under the Bridge Group of Advocates and has acted for state entities, municipalities, and private clients in complex disputes across multiple sectors. Admitted as an attorney in 2014 and later joining the Bar, Shweshwe holds an LLB from the University of Johannesburg, a Higher Diploma and Master’s in Labour Law, and specialised certifications in Prospecting and Mining Law, Practice Management, and Advanced ADR. She is a registered mediator and arbitrator, skilled in construction disputes, procurement law, regulatory compliance, and employment relations.
Advocate Christopher Sethlako
*Mediator
Adv. Sethlako is a member of the Pretoria Bar and an LLD candidate. His areas of practice include property law, personal injury law, labour and employment law, immigration law, family and divorce law, bankruptcy, business, consumer, and corporate law. He is also a member of SARIPA and INSOL International, and has completed specialised training in mediation and arbitration with the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA).
Dr Anisha Jogi
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Anisha is an experienced attorney, admitted in South Africa since 2003 and in England and Wales since 2008, and has also been a notary public since 2007.She began her legal career in 2004, first in partnership and, since 2016, in her own practice.
Her expertise spans commercial, company, administrative, public procurement, local government, and higher education law, with further specialisation in risk and compliance, due diligence, investigations, and general commercial litigation. Anisha holds an LLB from the University of Pretoria, an LLM in Corporate Law and a PhD in Law from UNISA, an Advanced Diploma in International Taxation from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law, and a Certificate in Compliance Law from the University of Johannesburg.
Advocate Lauren Leeuw
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Adv. Leeuw is a member of the Johannesburg Society of Advocates and currently practices from the Bridge Group of Advocates. She has completed specialised training in mediation and arbitration with the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA). Her areas of practice include commercial litigation, constitutional and administrative law, contractual disputes, criminal and family law, labour matters, and personal injury claims.
Dr Adv Bhasela (Bhaso) Yalezo
*Mediator *Arbitrator
Bhaso is a member of the Pan African Bar Association of South Africa (PABASA) and practices from Sandton Chambers. He holds multiple degrees, including a B.Com, B.Com (Hons), MA, MBA, DBA, LLB, and LLM (Tax) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. An accredited AFSA mediator, Bhaso brings extensive academic and practical experience, having lectured at the UKZN Graduate School of Business and Leadership and served as a consultant for major institutions such as Standard Bank, ABSA, and the Eastern Cape Treasury. His professional interests include Labour Law, Administrative and Commercial Law, Contract Law, Tax Law, Arbitration, Corporate Governance, Construction Law, and general civil litigation.
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