Ramaphosa Backs NACAC’s Proposal for a New Anti-Corruption Agency to Strengthen South Africa’s War Against Corruption Dedicated anti-corruption body to improve South Africa’s battle against graft has been publicly approved by the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council (NACAC), according to President Cyril Ramaphosa.
During a Wednesday press conference at the Union Buildings, Ramaphosa said the suggestion is part of NACAC’s larger plans to increase openness, strengthen responsibility, and regain faith in government. According to the President, the Council has made it plain that South Africa needs an anti-corruption agency that is robust, autonomous, and given sufficient funding in order to probe, avoid, and punish corruption in all its forms.
Cabinet and Parliament have the last say, but Ramaphosa has made it clear that the government is giving NACAC’s suggestions careful consideration. He added that the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), and the Hawks would all benefit from the creation of such a body. In 2022, in response to the findings of the State Capture Commission, Ramaphosa founded NACAC, which is chaired by Professor Firoz Cachalia.
The most recent study highlights how important it is to establish a coordinated and autonomous framework to combat systemic corruption. This corruption is a persistent problem that undermines both public trust and service delivery. Despite the positive reception from civic organisations and corporate executives, experts stress the need of fully supporting any new organisation and ensuring its independence from political meddling.
In the next weeks, Ramaphosa will give a comprehensive plan to Cabinet outlining the potential structure, authority, and composition of the anti-corruption body. Ramaphosa stated that the government’s focus would be on creating a strong nation that the people can rely on, rather than catering to special interests.
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