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Eyewitness News
2 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
DA says Batohi's tenure as NPA boss has been disappointing
JOHANNESBURG - With National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) boss Shamila Batohi set to retire in January, Democratic Alliance (DA) spokesperson for justice Glynis Breytenbach said her tenure has been disappointing. One of Batohi's main objectives when she took office in 2019 was to ensure the successful prosecution of individuals accused of state capture. But many of these cases have since been mishandled by the NPA. ALSO READ: - Batohi unperturbed by amplified pressure to resign as NPA head - Batohi clarifies comment about NPA being 'infiltrated', tells MPs she used wrong term - Batohi adamant she won't resign despite repeated calls for her head by opposition parties Some of the state capture-related cases the NPA has mishandled include those involving Ace Magashule's former personal assistant, Moroadi Cholota, and ex-Eskom executive Matshela Koko. Breytenbach said she had higher expectations for Batohi. 'It's disappointing. In fairness, we all hoped she would be a clean broom, and she has done a lot of work to turn the organisation around internally. 'She tried very hard to change the internal culture of the NPA. It's not a one-woman job. It depends on some of her senior staff, and some of them are people like Andrew Chauke. So, it becomes an impossible task." Batohi has, however, been vocal about some of the challenges facing the NPA. Two years ago, she urged the president to act against Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions Andrew Chauke, who was accused of enabling state capture. But it was only last week that they suspended Chauke, citing concerns over his fitness for office. Most recently, Chauke dropped the fraud and corruption charges against former African National Congress (ANC) spokesperson Zizi Kodwa, which were also linked to state capture.
The Herald
22-07-2025
- Politics
- The Herald
Joburg prosecutions boss is suspended pending investigation, two years after call to Ramaphosa
South Gauteng director of public prosecutions advocate Andrew Chauke has been suspended pending an inquiry into his fitness to hold office. "Having asked advocate Chauke to provide reasons why he should not be suspended, President Cyril Ramaphosa has decided suspension is the correct course of action," the Presidency said in a statement on Monday night. This comes after national prosecutions boss Shamila Batohi's request in August 2023 for Chauke's suspension in the wake of a lack of prosecutions and withdrawal of cases involving alleged state capture matters. ActionSA parliamentary leader Athol Trollip has been pressing for action against Chauke, saying it has been alleged he mishandled or delayed prosecutions of high-level police officers and ANC officials. He wrote to Ramaphosa in November asking for reasons on the lack of action in investigating Chauke's conduct. This was after Chauke's decision to withdraw corruption charges against former sports, arts and culture minister Zizi Kodwa and Enterprise Outsourcing executive Jehan Mackay. Chauke has previously denied any wrongdoing, saying there is no legal or factual basis for him to face an inquiry. Ramaphosa's office said he has informed Chauke of his decision in writing "and indicated the president and the public would benefit from an independent assessment of issues that require elucidation and on which there are disputes of fact". "The president believes advocate Chauke's continued tenure as director of public prosecutions, while facing serious accusations, would negatively affect the reputation of the National Prosecuting Authority as a whole. "President Ramaphosa is also concerned advocate Chauke will not be able to fulfil his functions optimally while facing an inquiry." TimesLIVE
Zawya
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
President Ramaphosa suspends South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions
President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in terms of section 14(3) read with 12(6)(a) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act, suspended South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Adv Andrew Chauke, with immediate effect pending an inquiry into Adv Chauke's fitness to hold office. Having asked Adv Chauke to provide reasons why he should not be suspended, President Ramaphosa has decided suspension is the correct course of action pending an inquiry. President Ramaphosa has informed Adv Chauke of his decision in writing and indicated that the President and the public would benefit from an independent assessment of issues that require elucidation and on which there are disputes of fact. The President believes Adv Chauke's continued tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions – while facing serious accusations – would negatively affect the reputation of the National Prosecuting Authority as a whole. President Ramaphosa is also concerned that Adv Chauke will not be able to fulfil his functions optimally while facing an inquiry. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa.
News24
21-07-2025
- Politics
- News24
Gauteng prosecuting head Chauke suspended, Presidency confirms
South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions Andrew Chauke has been suspended as President Cyril Ramaphosa believes his 'continued tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions – while facing serious accusations – would negatively affect the reputation of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) as a whole'. Fani Mahuntsi/Gallo Images Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once.
