Media Statement

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development and National Director of Public Prosecutions to brief members of the media on IDAC developments and remedial measures

28 July 2026

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Honourable Mmamoloko Kubayi, together with the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Adv Andy Mothibi, will host a media briefing about leadership developments in the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC).

The briefing follows the resignation of the former Head of IDAC, Adv Andrea Johnson. The briefing will provide clarity on key developments to ensure continuity and stability within the Directorate while processes to address the leadership vacancy are underway.

In addition, the briefing will reaffirm the commitment of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to maintain the operational effectiveness of IDAC, ensuring institutional stability, and reinforcing public confidence in South Africa's anti-corruption efforts.

MEDIA BRIEFING DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Date: Thursday, 30 July 2026
Time: 17h00
Venue: NPA Auditorium, 123 Westlake Avenue, Weavind Park, Silverton, Pretoria

Members of the media are requested to confirm attendance using the contact details below: Phindi Mjonondwane at hmjonondwane@npa.gov.za/ 083 402 4787.

Media enquiries: Ms Palesa Rammitlwa, Spokesperson to the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development - 064 933 3628 or Mr. Kaizer Kganyago, National Spokesperson, NPA- 0823068888.

ISSUED BY THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE AND CONSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA