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Panel to select new NDPP convenes first meeting Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has convened the first meeting of the Advisory Panel for the Selection of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) on Thursday. The panel is tasked with identifying and interviewing individuals worthy of consideration for the position of NDPP with current incumbent, Advocate Shamila Batohi, set to retire in January. “The meeting marked a significant step towards ensuring capable, ethical, and independent leadership for the NPA, confirming the Panel’s mandate and outlining its operational framework. “The panel adopted the terms of reference guiding the selection process, reviewed the advertisement calling for nominations and applications, and agreed on timelines for shortlisting and interviews, ensuring a transparent, merit-based, and efficient process,” the department said in a statement. Members of the panel – which is chaired by the Minister – are: Chairperson of the South African Human Rights Commission, Andrew Christoffel Nissen. Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality, Nthabiseng Sepanya-Mogale. Auditor-General of South Africa, Tsakani Maluleke. Chairperson of the Public Service Commission, Professor Somadoda Fikeni. President of the Black Lawyers Association, Nkosana Mvundlela. Nominations and applications will be sought through the following timeline: 18 - 19 October 2025: Advertisement placed in the media. 07 November 2025: Closing date for applications and nominations. 17 - 21 November 2025: Shortlisting and screening of candidates. 22 November – 06 December: Public comments on shortlisted candidates. 07 - 11 December: Interviews of shortlisted candidates. “This transparent and merit-based approach follows the precedent set during the appointment of the current NDPP, Advocate Shamila Batohi, whose term concludes in January 2026. “The panel will ensure that all candidates meet the requirements set out in Section 9 of the National Prosecuting Authority Act, 1998, and are capable of acting independently, free from improper influence, and without fear, favour, or prejudice. “Members of the panel acknowledged the significance and gravity of the task before them and committed to diligently ensuring that a fit and proper candidate is appointed to this important position,” the statement read. – SAnews.gov.za NeoB Fri, 10/17/2025 - 09:20 210 views

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