Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, is expected to meet with the leaders of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU).
This after current SIU Head, Advocate Andy Mothibi, was appointed as the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) at the NPA.
“The Minister will, in the days to come, convene a meeting with the leadership and relevant teams within the National Prosecuting Authority and the Special Investigating Unit to ensure a smooth transition, and to implement the decision of the President [to appoint Mothibi],” a statement from the department noted.
Mothibi’s appointment was announced this week, with effect from February, at the retirement of current head, Advocate Shamila Batohi.
“Minister [Kubayi] also welcomes the appointment of Mr Leonard Lekgetho as the Acting Head of the Special Investigating Unit.
“The Minister notes the confidence expressed by the President in both Advocate Mothibi and Mr Lekgetho, and wishes them well in the execution of their constitutional and statutory responsibilities, which are central to the strengthening of the rule of law and the effective functioning of the criminal justice system,” the department said in a statement. – SAnews.gov.za
