Minister Radebe to Seek Explanation on Marikana Murder Charges from NPA
Following recent National Prosecuting Authority's decision to charge the Lonmin miners with 44 counts of murder relating to the Marikana shooting incident, I have requested the Acting National Director of Public Prosecutions, Adv Nomgcobo Jiba to furnish me with a report explaining the rationale behind such a decision.
Section 179 (6) of the Constitution reads "The Cabinet minister responsible for the administration of justice must exercise final responsibility over the prosecuting authority" .
Section 33 (1) of the NPA Act reads:
" the National Director shall, at the request of the Minister-
(a) furnish the Minister with information or a report with regard to any case, matter or subject dealt with by the National Director or a Director in the exercise of their powers, the carrying out of their duties and the performance of their functions;