For over twenty years, a legal judgment has recognized the rights of a group claiming ownership over a land rich in diamond resources in South Africa. Despite the legal affirmation, the group asserts that they continue to live in impoverishment and lack access to the wealth their land holds. Their claim highlights a persistent disconnect between legal rulings and practical outcomes, raising questions about the effectiveness of judicial decisions in achieving economic justice. The community’s ongoing struggles despite judicial acknowledgment underscore the complexities in translating legal victories into tangible socio-economic benefits. Their situation exemplifies cases where legal victory does not automatically result in material improvement, prompting discussions about the need for infrastructure support and policy enforcement to accompany judicial rulings.