The Supreme Court of Appeal considered an appeal about condonation and reinstatement of a lapsed appeal in a dispute arising from a section 163 Companies Act application. It dismissed the appeal with costs, including the costs of two counsel, after finding that the full court had not materially misdirected itself. The judgment discusses the delay in seeking an appeal date, the practice directive relied on by the appellants, and the court’s approach to the explanation for non-compliance with the rules.
This may be relevant to parties dealing with appeal procedure, condonation and reinstatement issues in the Gauteng Division.
Evidence from source
The appeal is dismissed with costs, including the costs of two counsel.
Supports: Summary claim that the appeal was dismissed with costs.