The JSC is currently composed of the following members:
- In terms of section 178(1)(a) of the Constitution, the Chief Justice of South Africa:
Mr Justice R M M Zondo, Chairperson of the JSC - In terms of section 178(1)(b), the President of the Supreme Court of Appeal:
Madam Justice M M L Maya - In terms of section 178(1)(c), a Judge President:
Madam Justice M Leeuw - In terms of section 178(1)(d), the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services:
Mr R O Lamola, MP - 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 E Barnard
Mr M Notyesi - In terms of section 178(1)(g), a professor of law:
Professor E Schlemmer - In terms of section 178(1)(h), six persons designated by the National Assembly:
Ms N Mapisa-Ncakula, MP
Ms G Breytenbach, MP
Mr G Magwanishe, MP
Mr J S Malema, MP | Mr V C Xaba, MP | Mr N Singh, MP - In terms of section 178(1)(i), four permanent delegates to the National Council of Provinces:
Ms S E Lucas, MP
Mr T S C Dodovu, MP
Mr K E Mmoiemang, MP
Mr A J Nyambi, MP - In terms of section 178(1)(j), four persons designated by the President:
Ms S Matolo-Dlepu
Ms D Tshepe
Ms N Shabangu-Mndawe
Adv. S Baloyi SC