Eviction Law cases

South African case law on Eviction Law, with full citations. 171 cases — page 1 of 1.

  1. Aaron Kundiona v Masvingo Cooperative Union and Messenger of CourtHMA 05-20; HC 25-20
  2. Agrico Masjinerie (Edms) Bpk v Swiers(399/06) [2007] ZASCA 84
  3. AJB Trust and AJ Behrens v Solomon Sello Boiyane and Johannes SegoneCase No: LCC 102/2011 and LCC 103/2011
  4. Annie Hendricks v Margaret Hendricks & others(20519/14) [2015] ZASCA 165 (25 November 2015)
  5. Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe v Simon NyahwemaHH 796-22, HC 6672/21
  6. Arjun Investments (Pvt) Ltd v Thomas Mutambirwa and OthersJudgment No. HB 32/12, Case No. HC 1276/11
  7. Arjun Investments (Pvt) Ltd v Thomas Mutambirwa and OthersJudgment No. HB 64/11, Case No. HC 379/11, Xref No. HC 891/11
  8. Armstrong Soko and Beauler Kurare v Elizabeth Tavaziva and Norton Town CouncilHH 266/13; HC 6699/12
  9. Ashanti Wine and Country Estate (Pty) Ltd v Willem Claasen and OthersLCC 03/2020 [2025] ZALCC (judgment delivered 28 November 2025)
  10. Autoband Investments (Pvt) Ltd t/a Trauma Centre and Streamsleigh Investments (Private) Limited and Dr Vivek Solanki v African Medical Investments Plc and The Sheriff, High Court of ZimbabweHH 534-14, HC 8386/14
  11. Barend Jakobus Du Randt v Keke Khaka and OthersLCC 67R/2015
  12. Batore Import & Export (Pvt) Ltd v Bayswater (Pvt) Ltd and Messenger of CourtHH 614-14, HC 9660/14
  13. Blessing Mureyani v Maggie Genti and Minister of Local Government Public Works and National HousingHH 91-19, HC 5100/16 (Ref HC 11355/16)
  14. Brian Andrew Cawood v Elasto Madzingira and The Messenger of Court – Mwenezi N.O.HMA 12-17, Case No HC 44/17
  15. Canaan Mugumira v Never Ruwende and OthersHH 802-22, HC 1789/21
  16. Caroline Gwete v Andrew Hwititi and OthersHH 483-25, HCH 4044/25 (Ref HCH 5155/20)
  17. C.G. Tommy v Michael John Gunn and Lindy GunnHB 23/19; HCA 01/18
  18. Chakawamba Mujangu v George Manjengwa and OthersHB 43/26, HC (CAPP) 07/23
  19. Chivero Quarries (Pvt) Ltd v Velocity Motors (Pvt) LtdHH 666-18, HC 901/18 (Ref Case No. 4290/18)
  20. City of Cape Town v Commando and Others(1303/2021) [2023] ZASCA 7 (6 February 2023)
  21. City of Cape Town v The South African Human Rights Commission(144/2021) [2021] ZASCA 182
  22. City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality v Blue Moonlight Properties 39 (Pty) Ltd(338/10) [2011] ZASCA 47
  23. City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality v Blue Moonlight Properties 39 (Pty) Ltd and Occupiers of Saratoga Avenue(CCT 37/11) [2011] ZACC 33
  24. City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality v Hlophe(1035/2013) [2015] ZASCA 16 (18 March 2015)
  25. City of Johannesburg v Changing Tides 74 (Pty) Ltd and 97 others (The Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa intervening as amicus curiae)(735/2011) [2012] ZASCA 116 (14 September 2012)
  26. Clifford Manungo and Tanaka Manungo v Paul Sibusiso Mtazu and OthersHB 44/22; HC 1781/21
  27. Coega Development Corporation (Pty) Ltd v MM Engineering Services (Pty) Ltd2605/2021 (unreported, Eastern Cape Local Division, Gqeberha, 31 May 2022)
  28. Crookes Brothers Limited and Another v Makhatha and OthersLCC23R/2023
  29. Crookes Brothers Limited and Another v Mkololo and OthersLCC: 22R2023 (Magistrates' Court Case Number: 831/2019)
  30. Cuducap (Pty) Ltd v De Bruyn(69/2023) [2024] ZASCA 62 (29 April 2024)
  31. Davidan v Polovin N O and Others(167/2020) [2021] ZASCA 109 (5 August 2021)
  32. Davidsaunyama v Ernest Jinga and OthersHH 878-15, HC 4423/15
  33. De Facto Investments 255 (Pty) Ltd v Toye Nkala and OthersLCC 51/2010 (unreported judgment dated 30 May 2014)
  34. Delta 200 Properties (Pty) Ltd v Dale and OthersLCC Judgment (unreported) - case number not provided in judgment text
  35. Dorcas Mutaputa v Oliver Chitamba and OthersHH 161-20; HC 1670/19
  36. Dreyer & Dreyer CC v Masiteng and OthersLanC: 03R/2025 (Magistrate's Court Case No: 140/2022)
  37. Drumearn (Pty) Ltd and Others v Christina Pieterse and OthersMag Case no. 2/2018; LCC Case no. 11/2020
  38. Edmore Nyakudzi v Foster TambulaHH-2012 (Zimbabwe High Court, Harare)
  39. Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality v Dada N.O. and Others(280/2008) [2009] ZASCA 21 (27 March 2009)
  40. Emmanuel Mandipa Chiguba v David Kadzere and Dorren Kadzere and Rodwell Chitiyo N.O.HH 488-22, HC 11049/16
  41. Faith Ministries Church v Mr. F Nhau and Joseph Msika Housing Co-operative and The Minister of Local Government Public Works and National HousingHH 178-22, HC 1261/21
  42. Farayi Zvavamwe v Charles ChomboHH 430-17, HC 1493-17 (Ref: HC 583/17)
  43. First Realty (Krugersdorp) (Pty) Ltd v Gertjie Mitchell and OthersLCC 123/2018 (13 April 2021)
  44. Franco Lee v Petrus Johannes Merwe van RensburgLCC Case No: 04R/2016
  45. Frank Nyaku Badza v SMM Holdings (Pvt) Ltd (Under Reconstruction) t/a SMM PropertiesHMA 20-17; Case No HC CIV 'A' 8/16 (unreported)
  46. Frannero Property Investments 202 (Pty) Ltd v Clement Phuti Selapa and Others(222/2020) [2022] ZASCA 61
  47. FW Ortmann Trust and Another v Lucy Gumede and OthersCase No. LCC 58/2017D
  48. Gerald Mpofu and Similo Chiradza v Qhakaza Investments (Pvt) Ltd t/a The Baby Shop and The Deputy SheriffJudgment No. HB 103/10, Case No. HC 1691/10
  49. Gharib Nawaz Investments (Pvt) Ltd and Walknolt Investments (Pvt) Ltd v Veanarcy (Pvt) Ltd and The Sheriff of Zimbabwe N.OHH 661-25, HCH 4361/25 (Ref HCH 6995/21)
  50. Godknows Jonas v Rhona Shawlyn Mabwe (in her capacity as Executrix Dative in the Estate of the Late Rodney Tachiveyi Mabwe) and The City of HarareHH 806-16, HC 11643/16
  51. Grobler v Phillips and Others[2022] ZACC 32
  52. Handa Mugandwini v Khayelihle Properties (Private) Limited and Dumisani ChitongaHB 07-25; HCHB VIVA 35/23
  53. Hermysh Katsande and Others v Sheriff of the High Court and OthersHH 670-25 (HCH 4097/25)
  54. Hexros Plase (Edms) BPK v Johannes Frederick and Emily SisaneLand Claims Case No. 59R/2012 (Magistrate's Court Case No. 5704/08)
  55. Horseshoe Investments 0023 CC and Another v Elvin Smith and OthersLanC 2025 – 095596 (Magistrate Court Case No.: 595/2023)
  56. Horseshoe Investments 0023 CC and Another v Smith and OthersLanC 2025 – 149202 (Magistrate Court Case No.: 594/2023)
  57. Invictus (Private) Limited v Schalk LessingHH 130-09, HC 1544/09
  58. Isedor Skog N.O. & Others v Koos Agullus & Others(797/2021) [2023] ZASCA 15 (20 February 2023)
  59. Israel Dune v Ned Matumbu and Minister of Local Government, Public Works and National Housing N.O.HH 297-26, HCH 6381/22
  60. Jabulani Zulu and 389 Others v eThekwini Municipality and Others[2014] ZACC 17
  61. JAD Properties Trust v Elias Mathoto Tshabalala and OthersLCC 58R/2009 (unreported, decided on 4 August 2010)
  62. James Makoni v Keimboyi Abrams and City of HarareHH 273-11, HC 7989/10
  63. Jerania Antonyo and 24 Others v Euna MakamureHH 406-22, CIVIL 'A' 212/21
  64. Johanna Malan v City of Cape Town(CCT 143/13) [2014] ZACC 25
  65. Johanne Masowe Yechishanu and Others v City of Harare and AnotherHH 534-19, HC 4660/19
  66. Johannes Nicolaas Jacobs and Others v Christiaan Bester and OthersCase number not provided in judgment - Worcester Magistrate's Court, eviction order dated 20 October 2022, automatic review heard 10 January 2023
  67. John Mathe and Others v Lanseria Commercial Crossing (Pty) Ltd and OthersLCC 196/2010
  68. John Mudzimuri and Cathrine Nakai Mudzimuri v Dzingai Nevhunjere and The Minister of Lands & Rural ResettlementHH 734-19, HC 2443/14 REF CASE HC 3127/18
  69. Jones & others v Sutherland & another(478/2018) [2019] ZASCA 146 (14 November 2019)
  70. Jozia Johannes van der Merwe (N.O. of the Noordhoek Trust) and Another v Jan KlaaseLCC 09R/2014 (Land Claims Court, Cape Town) [2014]
  71. Judith Tsamba and Olivia Chiguvare v Mr Reuben Mukavhi and Ministry of National Housing and Social Amenities and The Messenger of Court HarareHH (unreported) - High Court of Zimbabwe, Harare, 16 & 23 August 2012
  72. Khamusi Shonisani Mudau-Mamode v Vhuhwaho Denge(602/24) [2025] ZASCA 145 (7 October 2025)
  73. Kiepersol Poultry Farm (Pty) Ltd v Gideon Phasiya(230/2008) [2009] ZASCA 119 (25 September 2009)
  74. Komborerai Nhenga aka Chapungu v Ephert Saka and Egesi GarepiHB 44-17 (HC 267-17 & HC 303-17)
  75. Kudus Kloof Trust v J Teni and OthersCase No: LCC 61R/2008 (unreported)
  76. Lalibela Management Services Proprietary Limited v Zameka Payi and OthersLANC: 27R2024
  77. Land & Landbouontwikkelingsbank van Suid-Afrika v Pierre ConradieCase number: 452/03 (SCA)
  78. Leslie Khumalo v Vision SitholeJudgment No. HB 26/11, Case No. HC 1566/10
  79. Lifort Toro v Vodge Investments (Private) Limited and OthersJudgment No. SC 15/2017, Civil Appeal No. SC 201/15
  80. Machele and Others v Mailula and Others[2009] ZACC 7
  81. Maggie Munjanja v Onias Njolomole and Ernest Kadungure Housing CooperativeHH 345-22, HC 6384/21
  82. Magubane & another v Twin City Developers (Pty) Ltd & others(981/16) [2017] ZASCA 65 (30 May 2017)
  83. Makomborero Muza v Zimbabwe Posts (Pvt) Ltd T/A Zimpost and Zimpost Properties (Pvt) Ltd T/A Post PropertiesHH536/25, HCHC13/25, CIV 'A' 07/25
  84. Mamahule Communal Property Association and Others v Minister of Rural Development and Land Reform[2017] ZACC 12
  85. Mathale v Linda and Another[2015] ZACC 38
  86. Mbongeni Tshuma v Dominic DubeHB 275/18, HCA11/18
  87. MC Denneboom Service Station CC and Another v Phayane[2014] ZACC 29
  88. Michael Hattingh and Others v Laurence Edward Juta[2013] ZACC 5
  89. Miradel Street Investments CC v Mnisi and OthersCase No: 144/2014 (Land Claims Court, Randburg)
  90. Mkangeli and Others v Joubert and OthersCase No: 220/2001 (SCA) [Also reported as Joubert and Others v Van Rensburg and Others 2001 (1) SA 753 (W) - court a quo]
  91. Mogale City Local Municipality v Black Tad Investments CC(889/17) [2018] ZASCA 74 (31 May 2018)
  92. Molusi and Others v Voges N.O. and Others[2016] ZACC 6
  93. Molusi and Others v Voges NO and Others(1008/13) [2015] ZASCA 64
  94. Moonback Investments (Private) Limited v Nancy Kasirori and 14 OthersHH 223/26; HCH 6081/25
  95. Moyeni v De Vries and Others NNO(808/2019) [2020] ZASCA 128 (13 October 2020)
  96. Mrs Lokia Juma Phiri v SMM Holdings (Private) Ltd (Under Reconstruction) t/a SMMH PropertiesHMA 14-21, CIV 'A' 60-17 (unreported)
  97. Mtolo and Another v Lombard and Others[2021] ZACC 39
  98. Mudyiwa Elisha Ndewere v Debra Kunyeda and Brian SedzeHH 193-2013, HC 1169/12
  99. Mufudzi Wakanaka Anglican Church v Shailet Muperi and Obert Matambo and City of HarareHH 142-26 (HCH 2172/25)
  100. Munyaradzi Gunduza v Macdonald Tsuro and OthersHH 360-22, HC 6711/21
  101. Musasiwa Family Trust v Lawrence Ngwerume and OthersHH 188-15, HC 14230/12
  102. Nashcrystal Motors (Private) Limited v Total Zimbabwe (Private) Limited and OthersHCMTCJ 48/25; HCMTC 27/18; HMT 46/21; SC 324/21; SC 81/24; HCMTC 52/25; HCMTCJ 45/25
  103. National Housing Construction and Takemore Zibonda v Tshaneho MoyoHB 179/21; HCA 29/20
  104. Ncholo Trust v Johannes Mphofu and Queen TshabalalaLCC 6R/2014 (Magistrate Court Modimole Case No: 1741/13)
  105. Nederburg Wines (Pty) Ltd v Nero & others(1084/17) [2018] ZASCA 119 (20 September 2018)
  106. Ngomane and Others v Govan Mbeki Municipality[2016] ZACC 31
  107. Ngonidzashe Mudiwa Gwandingwa v Kent Mutsa CharlieHH 32-22, HC 193/21 (Ref: HC140/21, HC192/21)
  108. Ngwaru Masanza and Priscilla Zunguza v Luke Rwafa and Placxedas Rwafa and Messenger of CourtJudgment No. SC 49/22, Chamber Application No. SC 91/22
  109. Nomsa Ellen Dladla and Ten Residents of the Ekuthuleni Shelter v City of Johannesburg and Metropolitan Evangelical Services(CCT 124/16) [2017] ZACC 42
  110. Nordien and Another v Kidrogen RF (Pty) Ltd and Another(149/2023) [2025] ZASCA 159 (23 October 2025)
  111. Occupiers of Skurweplaas 353 JR v PPC Aggregate Quarries (Pty) Limited and Others(CCT 26/11) [2011] ZACC 36
  112. Old Abland (Pty) Ltd v Hanekom and Others; Old Abland (Pty) Ltd v Jacobs and OthersCase No: LCC178/2016 and LCC179/2016
  113. P4 Boerdery (Pty) Ltd v Unknown Persons at Portion 2 of the Farm Welgedacht 3349 G.S., Normandien and OthersLCC77/2024
  114. Palatial Gold Investments (Private) Limited v Daniel BandaHH 349-21, HC 8355/18
  115. Parkham Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd v Roofcover Properties (Pvt) Limited and OthersHB 171/21; HC1195/21
  116. Paulinah Moleleki and Others v Far West Dolomitic Water Association and AnotherLCCI69/2016
  117. Penias Kazingizi v Jonas Samuel and OthersHH 317-15, HC 707/14
  118. Perera Margarita v Jotina Munyuki and Director of Housing, City of Masvingo and Messenger of Court, MasvingoHMA 44-18, HC 274/18
  119. Philippus Petrus Van Der Merwe N.O. and Others v Andrew Stoffels and OthersLanC 2025-032788 (Magistrate Court Case No: 1355/23)
  120. Pieters and Another v Stemmet and Another(079/24) [2025] ZASCA 60 (14 May 2025)
  121. Piketberg Sunrise Farm (Pty) Ltd and Another v Niklaas Menas and OthersLCC18R2024 (Magistrate Case No: 205/2023)
  122. Pitje v Shibambo and Others[2016] ZACC 5
  123. Pontsho Doreen Motswagae and Fourteen Others v Rustenburg Local Municipality and Another(CCT 42/12) [2013] ZACC 1
  124. Port Elizabeth Municipality v Various Occupiers2005 (1) SA 217 (CC); Case CCT 53/03
  125. Quantum Foods (Pty) Ltd v Daniel Jansen and OthersLCC88/2021
  126. Randfontein Municipality v Grobler and others(543/08) [2009] ZASCA 129 (29 September 2009)
  127. Remnant Christian Church v T.M.S. Holdings (Pvt) Ltd and The Sheriff of High Court of ZimbabweHH 297-18, HC 4858/17
  128. Residents of Joe Slovo Community, Western Cape v Thubelisha Homes(CCT 22/08) [2011] ZACC 8
  129. Rica Piggery and Abattoir (Pty) Ltd v Phatsoane Moses DirelloLCC 07R/2010 (Magistrate's Court Case Number: 92/2010)
  130. Ridgeway Tichawona Chanakira v George ChanakiraHH 327-17, CIV 'A' 121/17
  131. Roelof Du Toit N.O. and Others v H. Valentyn and OthersLCC O4R/2012
  132. Rula Tecno Park (Pty) Ltd v Moses Khuzwayo Mahlangu and OthersLCC66R/2015
  133. Rula Tecno Park (Pty) Ltd v Moses Khuzwayo Mahlangu and OthersLCC66R/2015 (unreported)
  134. Salomon Wilhelm Bouwer N.O. and Others v Floors Linnerts and OthersLCC255/2009
  135. Sam Kadish Moela v Tichaona Abel ShoniweCase No: 54/04 (SCA)
  136. Samuel Ncube v Emmeliah SigaukeHB 179-16, HCA 80-15
  137. Schubart Park Residents' Association and Others v City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality and Another(CCT 23/12) [2012] ZACC 26
  138. Sichengi Simpama v Hazvineyi HoveHMA 45-21; CIV 'A' 48-19
  139. Snyman and Others v Sehemo and OthersLCC 57R/2010 (Magistrate's Court Case No 217/08)
  140. Spaarveld Boerdery (Edms) Beperk v EH Sefawa and OthersLCC 195/10
  141. Stanley Farms (Private) Limited v Mavington Chidongo and 21 OthersHH 428-17, HC 12326/15
  142. Stanley Farms (Private) Limited v Mavington Chidongo and OthersHH 430-19, HC 502/19 (Ref Case No. HC 12326/15)
  143. Stay At South Point Properties (Pty) Ltd v Mqulwana and Others (University of Cape Town intervening as amicus curiae)(1335/2021) [2023] ZASCA 108 (3 July 2023)
  144. Stephen David Gibson v Jennifer Margaret Shadrach (represented by Phillip Ellse) and The Sheriff of ZimbabweHH 74/13, HC 1334/14
  145. Sterklewies (Pty) Ltd t/a Harrismith Feedlot v Msimanga & others(456/2011) [2012] ZASCA 77 (25 May 2012)
  146. Stout Mbano v Brighton Gumbochuma (In his capacity as Executor Dative of the Estate Late William Mirirai Gumbochuma) and Minister of Local Government, Public Works & National HousingHH 439-21, HC 2338/18
  147. Streamsleigh Investments (Private) Limited v Autoband Investments (Private) LimitedHIGH COURT OF ZIMBABWE, HARARE, 30 November 2011 & 6 February 2012 (unreported)
  148. Swindale Properties and Bright Tech Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd and Konak Walling (Pvt) Ltd v Venencia MadakeHIGH COURT OF ZIMBABWE, HARARE, 10 March 2011 (unreported)
  149. Tashinga Housing Cooperative Society Limited v Takura Omiro ChigogoHH 69-2013, HC 1229/09
  150. Tendai Savanhu v T and S Marketing (Pvt) Ltd and OthersHH 182-22, HC 1753/22
  151. The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality and Another v Seale and Another(121/2024) [2025] ZASCA 156 (20 October 2025)
  152. The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform: Eastern Cape v Katleho Johannes Phahla and Bethwel Ntsikelelo MpunyukaCase No: 178/2021 (Eastern Cape Division, Mthatha High Court)
  153. The Occupiers of Saratoga Avenue v City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality(CCT 12/12) [2012] ZACC 9
  154. The Occupiers, Shulana Court, 11 Hendon Road, Yeoville, Johannesburg v Mark Lewis Steele(102/09 and 499/09) [2010] ZASCA 28 (25 March 2010)
  155. The Trustees for the Time Being of the East London Hebrew Congregation v Chanoch Galperin and OthersCase No. EL 748/2021 (Eastern Cape Division, East London Circuit Court)
  156. Thomas Mutambirwa & 70 Others v Arjun Investments (Pvt) LtdJudgment No. HB 130/11, Case No. HC 2321/11
  157. Thuthuka Farming v Andries Mofokeng and OthersLCC55R/2009
  158. Timothy Maluleke N.O. (in his capacity as trustee of the Hlaniki Trust) v Daniel Phellimon Sibanyoni and Others(1012/2020) [2022] ZASCA 40 (04 April 2022)
  159. Transnet Limited v Erf 152927 Cape Town (Pty) Ltd & others(798/2010) [2011] ZASCA 148 (26 September 2011)
  160. Trots Investments (Pvt) Ltd v Mambiro Fibre (Pvt) LtdJudgment No. HB 82/11, Case No. 2547/10
  161. Tswelopele Non-Profit Organisation and 23 Others v City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality and Others(303/2006) [2007] ZASCA 70
  162. Van Wyk JD v Evelyn Mokoena and OthersLCC 59R/2009
  163. Vredenhof Organic Estate (Pty) Ltd v Willie Hendriks and Hazel PhillipsLCC 111/2010 (Magistrate's Court Case No: 2724/09)
  164. Wellcroft Investments (Private) Limited t/a House of Sandals v Modern Carpets (Private) LimitedHH 38-11, CA 545/10
  165. Wellington Maraire v Chiturumani Lysias and Minister of Lands and Rural ResettlementHH 265-14, HC 9894/13
  166. William Ntuli v Jan G.C. Gouws and AnotherCase No: LCC 49/2015 (Land Claims Court, Randburg) (unreported, delivered 09.06.2015)
  167. Winston Andre McConville (On behalf of Buck Gordon Lohan) v Hugo Nagel and The Master of High CourtHH 456-13, HC9862/13
  168. Zimbabwe Post (Pvt) Ltd v Broadwell ChigereHIGH COURT OF ZIMBABWE, HARARE, 22 February 2011
  169. Zimkhona John Skosana and Others v Ferreira Jose and OthersLCC 41/2024
  170. Zonwabile Alfred May and Others v Windmeul Kelder and OthersCase No: LCC 275D/2017 (Land Claims Court)
  171. Zvikomborero Nyarumbe v Solomon Mashamba and OthersHH 399-19, HC 4392/19