South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority is facing strong criticism. People say it fails to win big corruption cases, and some blame political interference inside the organisation.
According to someone familiar with the NPA’s leadership, deep divisions and hidden allegiances are affecting how cases are handled. These internal issues, the source claims, are one reason some top prosecutors join political parties soon after leaving the NPA. Many allegedly hide these links while in office.
This hurts the independence of the NPA and makes people question how it decides who to charge and who not to.
Failures in State Capture Prosecutions
The NPA has a poor track record when it comes to state capture and corruption cases. Despite years of work by forensic teams and commissions, no major political figure has been convicted.
Reports from investigations into Prasa, Transnet, Eskom, and the Zondo Commission provided strong evidence. In some cases, they offered nearly complete files that could have supported criminal charges. Still, the NPA did not act decisively.
This inaction has frustrated many South Africans who expected real accountability after billions were looted from public institutions.
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Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala Case Raises More Doubts
One of the most debated cases is the Phala Phala scandal involving President Cyril Ramaphosa. In this case, $4 million (R62 million) was allegedly hidden inside a couch at his home.
Even though the case got local and global attention, the NPA chose not to charge anyone. This made people worry that it avoids cases involving powerful people.
Many people say this shows that powerful people get special treatment in court.
Is the NPA Still Independent?
The NPA is meant to act on behalf of the state without bias. It is supposed to prosecute crime fairly and without fear or favour. But growing evidence suggests it may be too close to political power.
The recent pattern of former prosecutors entering politics adds weight to this claim. It was not illegal, but people worry it caused conflict and no one was held responsible while they were still in government.
These issues risk damaging public trust in the entire legal system.
What Happens Next?
If the NPA does not fix these issues, people may stop trusting it. Many are now asking for more openness, outside checks, and clear action on open corruption cases.
If not, South Africa’s fight against corruption will remain stuck—while the powerful continue to avoid consequences.
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