Parliament voted overwhelmingly to impeach suspended Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane, marking a historic first in SA's democracy.
of the damning findings of the Section 194 committee report into Mkhwebane’s fitness to hold office – a matter she intends to take on review.Deliberately sought to avoid making findings against or directing remedial action in respect of certain public officials; and
“The constitution provides that the PP be independent and only be subjected to the constitution and the law. “The drafters of our constitution placed limits to the exercise of power, compelling institutions and office bearers to work within the law. Democratic Alliance MP Dr Annelie Lotriet said: “This is not what our citizens deserve… This was beyond any level of dignity, a reckless abuse of the taxpayer’s money.
“If we look at the evidence that we have heard, it is clear that advocate Mkhwebane cannot proceed as a public protector.”