Pretoria – The high court in Pretoria has temporarily ceased operations due to a power outage in the CBD in Pretoria, Tshwane.
“Members of the public, court users, and legal practitioners are advised that the Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria, will temporarily cease operations today, (Tuesday 18 February 2025), due to a power outage in the Tshwane CBD affecting the Court,” announced a terse statement released by the Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ).
The court’s generator is currently out of commission.
“Affected parties will be contacted regarding alternative arrangements for all matters scheduled on the court roll for the day,” the statement said.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”


