Media Statement

Minister Kubayi to participate in the BRICS Justice Ministers’ Meeting in India

18 May 2026

The Minister of the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Ms. Mmamoloko Kubayi, will travel to Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, to participate in the BRICS Justice Ministers’ Meeting from Tuesday, 19 May 2026 to Friday, 22 May 2026. The meeting, chaired by India, will be held under the theme: “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”.

The meeting will focus on strengthening cooperation in the field of Law and Justice within the BRICS framework, reflecting the shared commitment of member countries in strengthening the rule of law, enhancing access to justice, and fostering stable and predictable legal environments that support economic growth and development.

The discussions will explore priority areas that include combating transnational crime, addressing the misuse of information and communication technologies in criminal activities, strengthening mechanisms for dispute resolution, enhancing mutual legal assistance, and promoting the digitisation of justice delivery systems to improve efficiency, accessibility, and transparency.

Among other things, South Africa will use the opportunity to call for closer cooperation among BRICS countries in combating transnational organized crime, cybercrime, corruption, trafficking, and the misuse of information and communication technologies for nefarious and criminal purposes.

The Minister is confident that the discussions in this upcoming meeting will yield tangible and implementable outcomes that will enhance cooperation in the field of law and justice amongst BRICS countries.

Media enquiries: Ms Palesa Rammitlwa, Spokesperson to the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development - 064 933 3628.

ISSUED BY THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA