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The Pietermaritzburg High Court in KwaZulu-Natal.
The Pietermaritzburg High Court has overturned a decision by Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Mzwanele Nyhontso, to dissolve the board of the Ingonyama Trust.
The trust administers traditional land in KwaZulu-Natal.
The minister decided to dissolve the board last week after a number of resignations left it with only four members, while the quorum is five.
Acting CEO of the trust, Siyamdumisa Vilakazi, said in court papers that legislation provides for the filling of positions left vacant because of resignations.
He also pointed out that regulations stipulate that a quorum can be established in a follow-up meeting.
The court heard that the board needs to pass the 2026/2027 budget urgently.
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