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The judiciary, like other arms of government, is susceptible to corruption - but it must not be, if justice is to be administered fairly and democracy and human rights are to be protected. The highest level of vigilance, therefore, is required from members of the judiciary and all stakeholders to maintain its independence and ensure that its members do not engage in corrupt activities.
The judiciary, like other arms of government, is susceptible to corruption - but it must not be, if justice is to be administered fairly and democracy and human rights are to be protected. The highest level of vigilance, therefore, is required from members of the judiciary and all stakeholders to maintain its independence and ensure that its members do not engage in corrupt activities.
Addressing judicial corruption in South Africa
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Corruption Watch's newly launched Best Practice Guideline on Community Consultation in the South African Extractives Industry 2024 seeks to give guidance on community consultation requirements which must and should apply to mining projects, with reference to laws, policies, and international best practice. The guide was developed in partnership with Webber Wentzel.
Corruption Watch's newly launched Best Practice Guideline on Community Consultation in the South African Extractives Industry 2024 seeks to give guidance on community consultation requirements which must and should apply to mining projects, with reference to laws, policies, and international best practice. The guide was developed in partnership with Webber Wentzel.
Best practice guide facilitates meaningful consultations in extractives industry
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State capture update: September's news and events

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The SIU’s Prasa probe reveals companies and directors who allegedly benefited from R3.5-billion train deal, while the NPA comes under fire for securing former Zondo commission lawyers as consultants, and new twist in “Amigos” case may open up new legal woes for implicated KZN ANC duo.
The SIU’s Prasa probe reveals companies and directors who allegedly benefited from R3.5-billion train deal, while the NPA comes under fire for securing former Zondo commission lawyers as consultants, and new twist in “Amigos” case may open up new legal woes for implicated KZN ANC duo.
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Mining activities can threaten to disrupt the lives and livelihoods of people living in affected communities. For this reason, writes Refilwe Chulu, it is vital that mining companies pay attention to their human rights obligations and ensure they conduct their operations in a sustainable and socially responsible way.
Mining activities can threaten to disrupt the lives and livelihoods of people living in affected communities. For this reason, writes Refilwe Chulu, it is vital that mining companies pay attention to their human rights obligations and ensure they conduct their operations in a sustainable and socially responsible way.
Mining corporates must fulfil their human rights responsibilities in SA

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“The judiciary is the temple of justice, and in most cases, it is the last hope of the common man.” Prof John-Mark Iyi, director of the African Centre for Transnational Criminal Justice (ACTCJ) at the University of the Western Cape, used these words to introduce a recent webinar discussing the complex task of combating corruption Read more >

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Public Interest SA invites nominations for the 2024 Whistleblowers Awards

Public Interest South Africa (PISA) is proud to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Whistleblowers Awards. These prestigious awards aim to recognise and honour whistleblowers for their courageous efforts in exposing unethical behaviour and to promote ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability within organisations and society. The 2024 Whistleblowers Awards are presented in partnership Read more >

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