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NPA accuses Zuma of another stab at stay of prosecution in a different guise

Veteran prosecutor Billy Downer argues the former president is not entitled to recycle arguments dismissed by the high court as he seeks acquittal on arms-deal charges

Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane. (David Harrison/M&G)
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Politicians should take responsibility for Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s appointment

The process of appointing the public protector is flawed, and led by politicians who don’t seem to have paid attention to the law. This has to change

Hofmeyr clarified that although he was one of the five people who came to the conclusion to withdraw charges, “legally it was Mr Mpshe’s decision on the dropping of charges”. (David Harrison/M&G)

Hofmeyr rejects claims of political interference in dropping of Zuma charges

The NPA, led by then acting head Mokotedi Mpshe, in 2009 dropped corruption charges against Zuma two weeks before the 2009 general elections

Willie Hofmeyr (Paul Botes/M&G)

Under Jiba, trend emerged of prosecuting those that got in the way — Hofmeyr

Deputy NDPP Willie Hofmeyr says ‘obstacles to corruption and the capture of the state’ were prosecuted under Nomgcobo Jiba

NPA acting National Director Mokotedi Mpshe’s decision to drop corruption charges against Jacob Zuma was deemed irrational by SCA

SCA ruling means Zuma has little wiggle room left

With his appeal rejected, it will be tough for the president to avoid his long-standing charges

Andrew Phillips says Willie Hofmeyr is not fit for the job because he is ‘disrespectful of the Constitution’.

Strip-club king vs Mr Righteous: Why Andrew Phillips is dead set against Hofmeyr

Andrew Phillips filed a detailed objection to Willie Hofmeyr’s nomination for public protector. Here’s why.

Former president Thabo Mbeki.

Mbeki denies abuse of power accusations

Former president Thabo Mbeki has rejected Willie Hofmeyr’s allegations that his administration abused its power to plot Jacob Zuma’s downfall.

Deputy prosecutions chief Willie Hofmeyr questions the trustworthiness of everyone in the Mbeki inner circle.

Spy tapes: Can Hofmeyr keep Zuma off the hook?

The deputy prosecutions chief points an accusing finger at Thabo Mbeki. But his version may have more clout at Luthuli House than in court.

Editorial: Political meddling haunts NPA

Willie Hofmeyr’s stated motive to defend the NPA has failed, as political meddling has only become worse after Mbeki.

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Special Investigating Unit racked by infighting

Several senior members have left or have been sidelined following the departure of Willie Hofmeyr.

ANC: Heath resignation ‘regrettable’

ANC: Heath resignation ‘regrettable’

There was mixed reaction from parties over the resignation of newly-appointed SIU head Willem Heath, with the ANC saying it was "regrettable".

South Africa’s justice system in turmoil

South Africa’s justice system in turmoil

The justice sector has been thrown into turmoil by the ruling on Menzi Simelane’s appointment, amid rumours his NPA job will go to Willie Hofmeyer.

According to Mariette Liefferink

SIU change not politically motivated, says presidency

The presidency has rejected claims that Willie Hofmeyr’s removal as Special Investigating Unit head is politically motivated.

According to Mariette Liefferink

Mixed feelings over SIU’s surprise appointment

There has been mixed reaction to President Jacob Zuma’s replacement of Willie Hofmeyr with Willem Heath as head of the Special Investigation Unit.

Hofmeyr dropped as head of Special Investigating Unit

Hofmeyr dropped as head of Special Investigating Unit

President Jacob Zuma has announced the appointment of Willem Heath as head of the Special Investigating Unit, dropping Willie Hofmeyr.

We’re transforming as fast as we can

We’re transforming as fast as we can, says SIU

The SIU insists it is working to achieve employment equity, after unions accused unit boss’s Willie Hofmeyr’s of failing to address transformation.

KZN boss challenges Simelane

NPA boss Menzi Simelane had no grounds to strip the KZN Asset Forfeiture Unit head Knorx Molelle of his powers Molelle says in an affidavit.

Simelane’s ‘plot’ clampdown

Officials in the Asset Forfeiture Unit believe Menzi Simelane is using claims of an assassination plot against him to justify action against the unit.

Simelane suspends Hofmeyr ally Molelle

Reports say NPA boss Menzi Simelane has suspended the Asset Forfeiture Unit’s KwaZulu-Natal head Knorx Molelle, an ally of Willie Hofmeyr.

Simelane sets his sights on assets unit

Simelane sets his sights on assets unit

Controversial NPA boss Menzi Simelane has stripped the head of the Asset Forfeiture Unit in KZN, Knorx Molelle, of all his powers.