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Booby traps everywhere as Cyril tries to make a clean breast of it

27 May 2019 - 07:00 By justice malala
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Will president Cyril Ramaphosa be able to protect the NPA which is one of the most threatened institutions?
Will president Cyril Ramaphosa be able to protect the NPA which is one of the most threatened institutions?
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We have a new president, a new legislature and a new executive. The future is hopeful, but many uncertainties remain. There are many icebergs as Ramaphosa’s “new dawn” begins its five-year term.

The person and institution most in danger right now are Shamila Batohi and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) – because some of the most powerful people in our state over the past 10 years are coming for them.

 

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