InterdictContempt of courtLeave to executeDiamond oreSpoliation
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Mining disputesDiamond miningContempt of courtInterdict enforcement
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Case Summary
Key Issues
{"issue_text":"Whether applicant used correct procedural form for urgent chamber application","issue_type":"procedural","dispositive":"no","related_facts":"Applicant used Form 29B instead of Form 29"}
{"issue_text":"Whether interim relief sought is res judicata and court functus officio","issue_type":"procedural","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Same relief previously granted on 25 April 2017"}
{"issue_text":"Whether contempt proceedings can be instituted via urgent chamber application","issue_type":"procedural","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Applicant sought contempt findings in urgent application"}
{"issue_text":"Whether personal service required for contempt proceedings","issue_type":"procedural","dispositive":"no","related_facts":"2nd respondent's liberty at stake"}
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Facts of the Case
Background
The applicant sought enforcement of previous court orders interdicting respondents from interfering with diamond mining operations at Marange fields, but brought the application using wrong procedural forms and seeking relief already granted, leading to dismissal on procedural grounds.
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