Organisations across civil society led by Corruption Watch (CW) have called for the Department of Justice (DoJ) to consider extending the deadline for public comments for the Protected Disclosures Bill, 2026. The group notes serious gaps in the current version of the Bill and inadequate public awareness as its reasons. While there are important elements Read more >
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PRESS RELEASES
A coalition of civil society organisations led by Corruption Watch will host a media briefing on Wednesday 13 May 2026 to reveal a joint submission on the Protected Disclosures Bill. The joint submission will cover significant gaps identified by the collective since the bill was released by Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi for public comments on Read more >
PRESS RELEASES
Corruption Watch (CW) welcomes the release of the Protected Disclosures Bill by Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, and the opportunity for the public to submit comments and suggestions, which it may do until 14 May 2026. The strengthening of South Africa’s whistle-blower framework has been one of CW’s enduring pillars and core outcomes. Read more >
CORRUPTION NEWS
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi this morning briefed media on the release of the Protected Disclosure Bill. This piece of legislation arises largely from the recommendations of the Zondo commission and the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council, both of whom found the existing framework to be inadequate in several key aspects – these include Read more >
CORRUPTION NEWS
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ) invites interested parties to submit written comments on the Protected Disclosures Bill, 2026, which was introduced to the public this morning in a media briefing. The legal environment has a major influence on an individual’s decision to make a disclosure regarding any improper conduct of an employer Read more >
CORRUPTION NEWS
This article first appeared in the Sunday Times By Thabo Mokone Proposed new legislation outlined by President Cyril Ramaphosa last week will enhance protection for whistle-blowers following a spate of hits on those who expose corruption — and will provide them with financial support to replace loss of income. Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi told the Read more >
CORRUPTION NEWS
The search is on for the new national director of public prosecutions (NDPP), with incumbent Shamila Batohi due to retire in January 2026 upon turning 65. This will mark the first time since 1998, when the National Prosecuting Authority was established, that an NDPP has completed their term without being prematurely removed or forced to Read more >
OPINIONS
By Moepeng Valencia Talane – CW Voices There is something worrying and unnervingly consistent in the messaging around corruption by members of the executive in South Africa’s government, mostly because of the tone that is set and the words that are used. Yes, it’s important to reflect truthfully and call a spade a spade when Read more >
CORRUPTION NEWS
Image: AAACOA South Africa currently chairs the Botswana-based Association of Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Commonwealth Africa (AAACOA). The country, in the person of Special Investigating Unit (SIU) head Adv. Andy Mothibi, recently assumed the chairperson’s seat from Ghana and will keep it throughout the 2025-2026 term. The handover took place during the closing session Read more >