Since 2011, CDH's Pro Bono & Human Rights practice (Pro Bono practice) has been at the heart of our firm's commitment to making a real difference. Over the past decade, our Pro Bono practice has passionately championed the cause of public interest, providing pro bono legal support to clients in need.

The decision to establish a dedicated practice was motivated by our belief in giving back to the communities in which we operate and in the power of the legal profession to spark positive change.

But our contribution to access to justice doesn’t end with our Pro Bono practice. Across our entire firm, fee-earners have eagerly and generously volunteered their expertise to provide pro bono assistance. This collective effort demonstrates our firm's commitment to social justice and our belief that access to quality legal representation should never be a privilege, but a right.

In Episode 3 of our series, Justice and Public Interest on the Mic, Elgene Roos, Senior Associate in the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice, explores vital pathways to citizenship under the South African Citizenship Act 88 of 1995. This episode delves into sections 2(2), 2(3), and 4(3), highlighting the significance of citizenship rights and the laws that protect them. Elgene is joined by esteemed guests, Jacquie Cassette, Director, and Practice Head of the Pro Bono & Human Rights practice and Palesa Maloisane, an Attorney from Lawyers for Human Rights. Together, they shed light on the importance of citizenship as both a legal status and a cornerstone of belonging within the community. Tune in to gain insights into how CDH's pro bono work promotes justice and access to citizenship for all South Africans.