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- ↑ "Motshidi launches scathing attack against Justice Tau". Sunday Standard. 2023-09-23. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
- ↑ ""Corruption" judge appointed to reduce delays". Dullah Omar Institute. Retrieved 2024-01-06.
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