South Africa is set to expand access to justice through changes to the Small Claims Court system. Starting 1 August 2026, the monetary limit for matters heard in Small Claims Courts will increase to R30,000. The stated aim of the adjustment is to make it more affordable and practical for people to resolve disputes through the courts, rather than pursuing more costly legal processes. With the higher threshold, more claims will fall within the Small Claims Court framework, allowing litigants to seek legal remedies for a wider range of disputes while staying within a simplified legal setting. The change is presented as part of broader efforts to improve public access to dispute resolution. The new limit took effect is clearly specified as 1 August 2026, giving individuals and legal practitioners time to prepare for the update in the jurisdictional cap for Small Claims Court cases.