The legislative framework, appointment process, judicial review, accountability mechanisms, and adherence to professional standards ensure the independence of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).
Collectively, these mechanisms ensure that the prosecuting authority operates independently and is accountable to the judiciary, Parliament, and the Minister of Justice, rather than being subject to political interference and the influence of business with a bottomless pit of money, especially multinational companies.
The president, the head of the national executive, appoints the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP). This appointment is made independently of political influence and interference.
The Constitution requires that the NPA, including the NDPP, serve impartially and exercise its powers, duties, and functions in good faith and without fear, favour, or prejudice.
The NDPP determines prosecution policy and issues policy directives. It…