the judge does not disagree with the conclusion of the other judges but has different reasons for decision

the ratio decidendi creates the precedent to be used in future cases, and is a binding judgment

the judge disagrees with the reasons and judgement of the majority of judges and reaches a different conclusion

a judge  disagree with the conclusion of the other judges, and has different reasons for his/her conclusion

Lawyers can assist parties during the hearing

Lawyers are not allowed to represent parties in court

Cases involving dollar amounts of up to R35,000 can be heard

Cases involving rand amounts of up to R50,000 can be heard