constitutional court.
court that deals primarily with constitutional law
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 355
What's happening
Active this week
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A judicial ruling in Malawi redefined defamation law, with Fiona Mwale serving as a Justice in the Constitutional Court.Some support1 report
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Edi Rama reacted to court decisions regarding the detention upholding and recognition of a mayor in Tirana.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Supreme Court has deferred to the Constitutional Court regarding an institutional disagreement over a pay scheme review.Some support1 report
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The executive of the Gerindra Party must avoid challenges to the law originating from the House of Representatives.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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A political crisis unfolds in Thailand involving Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the constitutional court, and disputes over Gulf of Thailand claims following the February 2026 election.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Constitutional Court of Thailand is handling challenges related to the legality of the national election.Some support8 reports
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The constitutional court reviews the constitutionality of judges' salaries.Some support1 report
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The constitutional court is questioning Gibran Rakabuming Raka's education credentials.Well supported7 reports
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Headscarf ban faces legal review in Austria, with proponents arguing for a constitutional ban on political Islam.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The event involves judicial scrutiny over a housing pipeline, Mamdani's mayoral role, and the relationship between a city and its province, spanning Cape Town and New York City.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Indonesia's constitutional court made changes to election law, prompting reactions from major political parties like NasDem and Golkar.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Jokowi defers to the Constitutional Court regarding the validity of a nomination.Some support1 report
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The Constitutional Court ruled that Parliament's public participation in a legislative process was deficient.Some support3 reports
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The new event covers two distinct issues: appeals against a High Court ruling regarding an inquiry, and the government seeking innovative ways to fund public health projects.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
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An election challenge regarding Norbert Hofer's candidacy is being reviewed by the constitutional court in Villach.Some support1 report
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ANC structures in the Eastern Cape are facing a legal challenge after a court upheld the IEC's decision regarding the 2021 elections.Some support20 reports4 developments inside
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A legal dispute is underway regarding missing candidates, with applications filed concerning candidate exclusions before the constitutional court.Some support1 report
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Appointments were made to the constitutional court on August 1, 2026, including Miklós Juhász, Pál Sonnevend, and others.Some support2 reports
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Appeals regarding top court rulings are being heard, while the ruling party faces pressure concerning judicial appointments.Some support2 reports
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Tendai Biti filed multiple applications against the amendment in the constitutional court, supported by Lovemore Madhuku and the People's Coalition.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Judges, including Rita Makarau and Lovemore Madhuku, sat on a three-judge panel to discuss a ruling on constitutional changes.Some support1 report
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Earthquake claims are testing the viability of pension reform in Colombia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A court ruling has invalidated parliamentary rules.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Judicial intervention affects election timelines involving the constitutional court and the Electoral Commission.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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Slovenia's constitutional court upholds trade unions' initiative while parliament passes laws subject to referendum.Some support1 report
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The Indonesian Constitutional Court ruled on the Penal Code and took action against the legislative branch, the House of Representatives.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A constitutional court ruling required the government to consult the legislature, with Arsul Sani reading the decision and Daniel Yusmic Foekh offering a dissenting opinion.Some support1 report
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The Constitutional Court declared a law invalid and unconstitutional; Parliament deferred responsibility to the National Treasury, while the Western Cape challenged the procurement act.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Eskom, a state-owned enterprise, is facing a court ruling that has set aside the Public Procurement Act.Some support1 report
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Concerns over judicial independence arose in Zambia as courts were closed during the election period.Some support1 report
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The National Treasury was scrutinized regarding a proposed procurement office.Some support1 report
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A constitutional court has ordered the easing of a strict abortion ban.Some support1 report
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A legal challenge was initiated by Alan Winde and Solidarity against a presidential act, which is now under review by the constitutional court.Some support2 reports
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A court in Korea ruled that making abortion a criminal offense is unconstitutional.Some support1 report
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The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety reviewed drug import applications, following a court ruling against the abortion ban in 2019.Some support5 reports
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The constitutional court reviewed the case of Tirana mayor Erion Veliaj and can annul high court rulings.Some support1 report
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A court ruling dictates the impeachment process following the review conducted by the Ngcobo panel.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Officials ignored court nullification orders involving the supreme court and constitutional court.Some support1 report
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A constitutional court in Turkey previously found online patrols unlawful, coinciding with a lawyer co-chairing an İzmir branch of a human rights association.Some support1 report
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The constitutional court in Armenia is examining the constitutionality of a voting regulation.Some support2 reports
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A loan guarantee issued by Bank of Uganda for Haba Group Ltd is now being challenged in the Constitutional Court.Some support3 reports
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Cyril Ramaphosa is facing an impeachment inquiry due to a farm scandal, and he is seeking urgent interdict from the country's highest court.Well supported41 reports6 developments inside
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has sought judicial review concerning the impeachment inquiry proceedings.Some support1 report
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The constitutional court in Malawi handled a landmark case concerning elections.Some support2 reports
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Srbuhi Galyan, representing the Civil Contract party, is involved in court proceedings regarding a review of challenged election results.Well supported8 reports
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A legal proceeding has begun in the Gauteng province, involving initial orders regarding a settlement location in the city of Johannesburg.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Gazment Bardhi has called on Edi Rama to provide an explanation regarding the issue of judicial salaries, as the Democratic Party criticized the government's policy.Some support3 reports
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Pride marches are taking place in Lithuania, calling for broader legal and social change, including the implementation of specific court rulings.Some support1 report
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The constitutional court mandated adherence to specific fuel price references, while teachers in Oaxaca protested pension law and education reform in Guatemala.Some support3 reports
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The executive branch ignored a constitutional court ruling regarding judges' pay, leading the Prosecutor's Office to investigate the failure to implement the decision.Some support1 report
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Romania's President challenged a law at the constitutional court while the country manages evacuation efforts in the Middle East.Some support1 report
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The Colombian Constitutional Court restated the legal status of rebellion while the President closed peace tables.Some support2 reports
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A bill proposing changes to court proceedings has been defeated by the House of Representatives.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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A ruling by Stuart Wilson aligned with the apex court judgment, causing confusion in the Gauteng High Court.Some support1 report
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The South African Heritage Resources Agency opposes an auction of Mandela's belongings in the Constitutional Court.Well supported12 reports
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The Chamber of Deputies would override Senate vetoes, and disputes could be referred to the constitutional court.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The lower house has overridden a veto restricting presidential powers, and opponents plan to challenge the legislation in court.Some support1 report
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Allegations of influence via private flights and financing schemes involving Delyan Peevski and the constitutional court.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Ilie Bolojan is under scrutiny for holding shares in the constitutional court and using private flights.Some support1 report
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Judges are moving between the Supreme Court and Constitutional Court in Zimbabwe, while the JSC manages appointments.Some support1 report
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What's reaching constitutional court
Recent events traced to constitutional court, step by stepAround constitutional court this week
News at the entities that move constitutional court most-
South Africa StructuralMatthew Chaskalson has been appointed as the chief evidence leader in a national inquiry in South Africa.Moves constitutional court
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parliament StructuralSharma raised concerns about financial crime in Fiji during a Parliament debate.Moves constitutional court
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European Court of Human Rights StructuralAzerbaijan's Supreme Court heard an appeal to the international court regarding accusations based on correspondence with Armenian representatives.Moves constitutional court
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Mbuyiseli Madlanga StructuralA commission hearing involving Mbuyiseli Madlanga was held in Pretoria on September 25, 2026.Moves constitutional court
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Civil Contract StructuralArush Arushanyan is seeking to form a coalition with the Civil Contract party.Moves constitutional court
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Korea StructuralJamaica and Korea competed in the WorldSkills Competition.Moves constitutional court
Connections
The 40 strongest of 355, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
South Africa Structural
The Constitutional Court is the highest judicial body of South Africa, interpreting laws and setting precedents within the country's legal framework.
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parliament Structural
The Constitutional Court exercises judicial review over Parliament's legislation and procedures, while Parliament retains the power to initiate proceedings against the court.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Structural
Ramaphosa's tenure and actions are subject to continuous judicial review and oversight by the Constitutional Court regarding impeachment proceedings.
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Mumba Malila Structural
Mumba Malila serves as the Chief Justice, holding the highest judicial office within the Constitutional Court.
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Pavel Šámal Structural
Pavel Šámal serves as a judge on the constitutional court.
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European Court of Human Rights Structural
The rulings of both the European Court of Human Rights and the constitutional court are mandatory prerequisites for the passage of specific bills.
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Péter Polt Structural
Péter Polt holds the formal position of president/head of the Constitutional Court.
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yoOn Structural
The Constitutional Court formally removed yoOn from office.
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Western Cape Structural
The Constitutional Court has ruled that the provincial government in the Western Cape must ensure the provision of affordable housing.
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Zimbabwe Structural
The constitutional court interprets and enforces the laws of Zimbabwe, overseeing its governance and legal system.
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Darko Kostadinovski Structural
Darko Kostadinovski serves as the President of the Constitutional Court.
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Afriansyah Noor Structural
Afriansyah Noor is subject to the review process of the constitutional court regarding employment law.
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Mandisa Maya Structural
Mandisa Maya held the formal office of Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court.
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Central Electoral Commission Structural
The Central Electoral Commission's decisions are subject to judicial review and appeal by the Constitutional Court.
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high court Structural
The Constitutional Court functions as the ultimate appellate and jurisdictional authority, reviewing and potentially annulling rulings made by the High Court.
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Jacob Zuma Structural
The Constitutional Court formally reviews and rules on legal challenges and corruption cases involving Jacob Zuma.
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Jody Kollapen Structural
Jody Kollapen served as a justice whose majority judgments were central to the Constitutional Court's function.
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government Structural
The constitutional court exercises formal oversight, limiting the government's legislative authority and reviewing its procedures.
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Uganda Structural
The constitutional court is an integral judicial body utilized by Uganda to interpret and uphold national laws.
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Mbuyiseli Madlanga Structural
Mbuyiseli Madlanga served as a high-ranking official, including Chair of the judicial inquiry commission, within the constitutional court.
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Civil Contract Structural
Civil Contract formally submits challenges and appeals to the Constitutional Court regarding election results, which ultimately rule on its validity.
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Korea Structural
The constitutional court is a formal legal institution operating within Korea and establishing legal precedent for the nation.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court is functionally subordinate to the Constitutional Court, which serves as the ultimate appellate body and houses the Supreme Court.
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Slovakia Structural
The Constitutional Court enforces fiscal limits and rules on the government's debt levels as defined by Slovakia's Constitution.
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house of representatives Structural
The House of Representatives creates laws and processes that are subject to review, challenge, and potential revision by the Constitutional Court.
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Romania Structural
The constitutional court exercises judicial review over Romanian laws and national governance, with political actors occasionally challenging its decisions.
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Albania Structural
The constitutional court operates as a formal, binding institution within Albania's legal framework, setting standards and reviewing disputes.
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Sisi Khampepe Structural
The Constitutional Court formally reviews and regulates Sisi Khampepe's professional status and appointments.
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Kazakhstan Structural
Kazakhstan establishes the constitutional court through legislative bodies and provides the sovereign legal framework for its operation.
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Indonesia Structural
The constitutional court exercises formal judicial review, constraining the state's budget, penal code, and police operations.
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senate Structural
The Senate is functionally assuming the duties of the Constitutional Court, leading to institutional overlap and mutual conflict over legitimacy and oversight.
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Hungary Structural
The constitutional court is formally integrated into the Hungarian judicial system, subject to state regulation and political influence.
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Balázs Schanda Structural
The constitutional court formally appointed Balázs Schanda to the position of a justice.
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Abelardo de la Espriella Structural
Abelardo de la Espriella's strategy and actions are constrained by the mandates and jurisdiction of the constitutional court.
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Strong Armenia Structural
Strong Armenia utilizes the Constitutional Court to appeal election results and seek judicial redress.
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Senate Structural
The legislative outputs of the Senate are subject to review and approval by the Constitutional Court.
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DRC Structural
The Constitutional Court formally reviews and regulates the legislative and constitutional actions of the DRC.
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Guatemala Structural
The constitutional court is an integral judicial body operating within the legal, political, and social framework of Guatemala.
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Colombia Structural
The court operates as a high judicial body whose functions are defined by and contribute to the legal and political structure of Colombia.
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Petr Pavel Operational
President Pavel initiated a formal complaint regarding summit representation, leading to orders and institutional review by the Constitutional Court.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
44 events- A judicial ruling in Malawi redefined defamation law, with Fiona Mwale serving as a Justice in the Constitutional Court.
- Edi Rama reacted to court decisions regarding the detention upholding and recognition of a mayor in Tirana.
- The Supreme Court has deferred to the Constitutional Court regarding an institutional disagreement over a pay scheme review.
- A political crisis unfolds in Thailand involving Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the constitutional court, and disputes over Gulf of Thailand claims following the February 2026 election.
- The Constitutional Court of Thailand is handling challenges related to the legality of the national election.
- The constitutional court reviews the constitutionality of judges' salaries.
- The constitutional court is questioning Gibran Rakabuming Raka's education credentials.
- Headscarf ban faces legal review in Austria, with proponents arguing for a constitutional ban on political Islam.
- Indonesia's constitutional court made changes to election law, prompting reactions from major political parties like NasDem and Golkar.
- Jokowi defers to the Constitutional Court regarding the validity of a nomination.
- The Constitutional Court ruled that Parliament's public participation in a legislative process was deficient.
- An election challenge regarding Norbert Hofer's candidacy is being reviewed by the constitutional court in Villach.
- A legal dispute is underway regarding missing candidates, with applications filed concerning candidate exclusions before the constitutional court.
- Appeals regarding top court rulings are being heard, while the ruling party faces pressure concerning judicial appointments.
- Judges, including Rita Makarau and Lovemore Madhuku, sat on a three-judge panel to discuss a ruling on constitutional changes.
- Slovenia's constitutional court upholds trade unions' initiative while parliament passes laws subject to referendum.
- The Indonesian Constitutional Court ruled on the Penal Code and took action against the legislative branch, the House of Representatives.
- A constitutional court ruling required the government to consult the legislature, with Arsul Sani reading the decision and Daniel Yusmic Foekh offering a dissenting opinion.
- The Constitutional Court declared a law invalid and unconstitutional; Parliament deferred responsibility to the National Treasury, while the Western Cape challenged the procurement act.
- Eskom, a state-owned enterprise, is facing a court ruling that has set aside the Public Procurement Act.
- Concerns over judicial independence arose in Zambia as courts were closed during the election period.
- The National Treasury was scrutinized regarding a proposed procurement office.
- A constitutional court has ordered the easing of a strict abortion ban.
- A legal challenge was initiated by Alan Winde and Solidarity against a presidential act, which is now under review by the constitutional court.
- A court in Korea ruled that making abortion a criminal offense is unconstitutional.
- The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety reviewed drug import applications, following a court ruling against the abortion ban in 2019.
- The constitutional court reviewed the case of Tirana mayor Erion Veliaj and can annul high court rulings.
- Officials ignored court nullification orders involving the supreme court and constitutional court.
- A constitutional court in Turkey previously found online patrols unlawful, coinciding with a lawyer co-chairing an İzmir branch of a human rights association.
- The constitutional court in Armenia is examining the constitutionality of a voting regulation.
- A loan guarantee issued by Bank of Uganda for Haba Group Ltd is now being challenged in the Constitutional Court.
- President Cyril Ramaphosa has sought judicial review concerning the impeachment inquiry proceedings.
- The constitutional court in Malawi handled a landmark case concerning elections.
- Gazment Bardhi has called on Edi Rama to provide an explanation regarding the issue of judicial salaries, as the Democratic Party criticized the government's policy.
- Pride marches are taking place in Lithuania, calling for broader legal and social change, including the implementation of specific court rulings.
- The constitutional court mandated adherence to specific fuel price references, while teachers in Oaxaca protested pension law and education reform in Guatemala.
- The executive branch ignored a constitutional court ruling regarding judges' pay, leading the Prosecutor's Office to investigate the failure to implement the decision.
- Romania's President challenged a law at the constitutional court while the country manages evacuation efforts in the Middle East.
- The Colombian Constitutional Court restated the legal status of rebellion while the President closed peace tables.
- A ruling by Stuart Wilson aligned with the apex court judgment, causing confusion in the Gauteng High Court.
- The South African Heritage Resources Agency opposes an auction of Mandela's belongings in the Constitutional Court.
- The lower house has overridden a veto restricting presidential powers, and opponents plan to challenge the legislation in court.
- Ilie Bolojan is under scrutiny for holding shares in the constitutional court and using private flights.
- Judges are moving between the Supreme Court and Constitutional Court in Zimbabwe, while the JSC manages appointments.
August 2026
8 events- The event involves judicial scrutiny over a housing pipeline, Mamdani's mayoral role, and the relationship between a city and its province, spanning Cape Town and New York City.
- The new event covers two distinct issues: appeals against a High Court ruling regarding an inquiry, and the government seeking innovative ways to fund public health projects.
- ANC structures in the Eastern Cape are facing a legal challenge after a court upheld the IEC's decision regarding the 2021 elections.
- Appointments were made to the constitutional court on August 1, 2026, including Miklós Juhász, Pál Sonnevend, and others.
- Earthquake claims are testing the viability of pension reform in Colombia.
- Judicial intervention affects election timelines involving the constitutional court and the Electoral Commission.
- A bill proposing changes to court proceedings has been defeated by the House of Representatives.
- The Chamber of Deputies would override Senate vetoes, and disputes could be referred to the constitutional court.
July 2026
2 eventsShow 1 earlier month
June 2026
6 events- The executive of the Gerindra Party must avoid challenges to the law originating from the House of Representatives.
- A court ruling has invalidated parliamentary rules.
- A court ruling dictates the impeachment process following the review conducted by the Ngcobo panel.
- Cyril Ramaphosa is facing an impeachment inquiry due to a farm scandal, and he is seeking urgent interdict from the country's highest court.
- Srbuhi Galyan, representing the Civil Contract party, is involved in court proceedings regarding a review of challenged election results.
- A legal proceeding has begun in the Gauteng province, involving initial orders regarding a settlement location in the city of Johannesburg.