Since she assumed office as Minister in her current portfolio, what (a) measures has her department put in place to ensure swift prosecution of corruption cases involving public officials and (b) steps has her department taken to strengthen
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Targeted training, mentorship and improved access to investigative support for prosecutors
The NPA says it has put in place targeted training, mentorship, and improved access to investigative support to build prosecutors’ skills and resources for complex and high-profile corruption matters.
- Who it is for
- prosecutors within the National Prosecuting Authority
- How to act on it
- The document does not state an application or enrolment route; it describes measures the NPA has put in place.
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This includes targeted training, mentorship, and improved access to investigative support.
Institutionalised Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) within the NPA
The NPA says it continues to prioritise prosecution of corruption-related offences through the IDAC, which was established as a permanent structure within the NPA in August 2024 and is mandated to investigate and prosecute high-profile and complex corruption cases, particularly those involving systemic abuse of public resources and collusion between public and private sector actors.
- Who it is for
- corruption cases involving public officials and other implicated parties (public and private sector actors)
- How to act on it
- The document does not describe a public application route; it describes IDAC’s mandate and role within the NPA.
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The IDAC, established as a permanent structure within the NPA in August 2024, plays a central role in this effort.
Aspirant Prosecutors Programme (identify and train law graduates)
The NPA’s Aspirant Prosecutors Programme is designed to identify and train law graduates with the potential to become effective prosecutors, combining theoretical instruction with practical courtroom exposure so participants can assume prosecutorial duties upon completion.
- Who it is for
- law graduates with the potential to become effective prosecutors
- How to act on it
- The document does not state an application or enrolment route; it describes the programme’s purpose and structure.
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Aspirant Prosecutors Programme: This flagship initiative is designed to identify and train law graduates with the potential to become effective prosecutors.
Continuous professional development programmes to upskill junior prosecutors
The NPA says continuous professional development programmes are being expanded to upskill junior prosecutors and prepare them for more complex cases, reducing reliance on a shrinking pool of senior staff.
- Who it is for
- junior prosecutors within the NPA
- How to act on it
- The document does not state an application or enrolment route; it describes continuous professional development being expanded.
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Skills Development and Training : Continuous professional development programmes are being expanded to upskill junior prosecutors and prepare them for more complex cases, thereby reducing reliance on a shrinking pool of senior staff.
Recruitment and retention initiatives for prosecutors (including fast-tracking appointments with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development)
The NPA prioritises recruiting skilled prosecutors and works with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development to fast-track appointments, and it also aims to improve retention through career development opportunities and better working conditions.
- Who it is for
- skilled prosecutors and potential/prospective prosecutors
- How to act on it
- The document does not state a specific application process; it describes recruitment and retention initiatives and working with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development to fast-track appointments.
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Ensuring Courts Are Adequately Staffed Recruitment and Retention Initiatives : The NPA has prioritised the recruitment of skilled prosecutors and is working with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development to fast-track the appointments. Efforts are also underway to improve retention through career development opportunities and better working conditions.
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Reference
https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/35330/
Key Takeaways
- questioner: Ms Dlamini
- date: 05 January 2026
- department: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
- subjects: measures for swift prosecution of corruption; capacity strengthening for SIU and NPA
- NPA measures: targeted training, mentorship, investigative support, recruitment, retention, career development, better working conditions, continuous professional development, Aspirant Prosecutors Programme
- goals: attract and retain prosecutors, enhance capacity for complex/high-profile cases, ensure adequately staffed courts
- outcome: descriptions of capacity-building interventions rather than concrete new legislation
Dates
Opening Date
5 January 2026
Closing Date
5 January 2026