The JSC is currently composed of the following members:
- In terms of section 178(1)(a) of the Constitution, the Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa:
Chief Justice M M L Maya, Chairperson of the JSC - In terms of section 178(1)(b), the President of the Supreme Court of Appeal:
Madam President M B Molemela - In terms of section 178(1)(c), a Judge President:
Judge President D Mlambo - In terms of section 178(1)(d), the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development:
Ms M T Kubayi - In terms of section 178(1)(e) two practicing advocates:
Adv. K Pillay SC
Adv. J Cane SC - In terms of section 178(1)(f), two practicing attorneys:
Mr M Notyesi
Mr M Mangena - In terms of section 178(1)(g), a professor of law:
Professor C Marumoagae - In terms of section 178(1)(h), six persons designated by the National Assembly:
Mr M S Lekganyane, MP | Ms F Hassan, MP | Adv. G Breytenbach, MP
Vacant | Mr J S Malema, MP | Mr R A P Trollip, MP - In terms of section 178(1)(i), four permanent delegates to the National Council of Provinces:
Ms R Mtshweni-Tsipane, MP
Adv. I M Nonkonyane, MP
Mr K E Mmoiemang, MP
Mr N Gotsell, MP - In terms of section 178(1)(j), four persons designated by the President:
Ms S Matolo-Dlepu
Adv. T Ngcukaitobi SC
Ms N Shabangu-Mndawe
Adv. S Baloyi SC