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Madlanga raises prospect of shutting down IDAC after damning evidence against the unit
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Madlanga raises prospect of shutting down IDAC after damning evidence against the unit

Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, leading an inquiry into the Investigative Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), suggested the unit might be disbanded due to systemic failures. IDAC's head of investigations, Matthews Sesoko, admitted the agency frequently violated its own operational rules, contributing to allegations of misconduct and poor governance. Testimonies from investigators, prosecutors, and former head Andrea Johnson revealed issues like unlawful investigations and procedural lapses, prompting Johnson's resignation and suspensions of officials. While Sesoko defended IDAC's structure and personnel, Madlanga proposed making the operational framework legally enforceable to prevent future violations. The commission has not yet made final recommendations but plans to continue hearings.

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Madlanga raises prospect of shutting down IDAC after damning evidence against the unit

Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, leading an inquiry into the Investigative Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), suggested the unit might be disbanded due to systemic failures. IDAC's head of investigations, Matthews Sesoko, admitted the agency frequently violated its own operational rules, contributing to allegations of misconduct and poor governance. Testimonies from investigators, prosecutors, and former head Andrea Johnson revealed issues like unlawful investigations and procedural lapses, prompting Johnson's resignation and suspensions of officials. While Sesoko defended IDAC's structure and personnel, Madlanga proposed making the operational framework legally enforceable to prevent future violations. The commission has not yet made final recommendations but plans to continue hearings.

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