Distribution of judgements

Overview

Decisions of the High Court and Court of Appeal are available in hard copy or electronic format by email to members of the public who subscribe to receive them quarterly throughout the year.

Who is eligible?

Any individual or organisation can request this service from the High Court and Court of Appeal.

How do I get this service?

Members of the public can subscribe for this service at the Court of Appeal .
Members of the public can collect the judgments after every session.
Physical copies of these judgements are only available at the High Courts.
Additionally, judgments are available online on the South African Legal Information Institute (SAFLII) website.
Payment for subscriptions can only be made in person at any court. A copy of the subscription payment receipt is sent to the Court of Appeal for processing.
Alternatively, members of the public can sign up for individual judgements and pay per page.

What supporting documents are required?

Presentation of the receipt.

How long will this service take?

Registration is available at the High Court and members of the public can collect the latest judgement as soon as payment is made.

Where can I obtain this service?

Court of Appeal

Private Bag 00316

Gaborone

Botswana

Tel: (+267) 371 8000

Gaborone High Court

P O Box 00220