Tuesday, January 9, 2018

Zuma Surprises South Africa, Announces State Capture Commission


By Jan Gerber

Cape Town – On the eve of a crucial meeting of the ANC's national executive committee (NEC) – expected to discuss his recall – President Jacob Zuma announced the establishment of the long-awaited commission of inquiry into state capture, saying "the matter cannot wait any longer". 

"Pursuant to the investigation and remedial action of the Public Protector regarding complaints and allegations of the State of Capture, as well as the orders issued by the North Gauteng High Court in its judgment of 14 December 2017, I have decided to appoint a commission of inquiry," Zuma said in a statement released on Tuesday evening, shortly before 19:30

Zuma said the commission would be headed by Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo. 


Source: News24

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