Judges in South Africa are paid through the state budget and their salaries are determined by the Department of Justice and Correctional Services. The specific amount of compensation a judge receives will depend on their level of experience and the specific position they hold.
As of my knowledge cutoff in 2021, the Chief Justice of South Africa, the highest judicial officer in the country, received a salary of around ZAR 2.7 million (about USD 190,000) per year. Other judges, such as those serving on the Constitutional Court, the Supreme Court of Appeal, and the High Court, receive salaries that are similarly high.
It is worth noting that judges in South Africa are required to adhere to strict ethical standards and to maintain impartiality in their decision-making. Their salaries are designed to reflect the important role they play in the administration of justice and to ensure that they are not influenced by outside interests.