The focus shift we need to fight corruption
Charging the guilty is all well and good, but the fundamental problem lies in our institutional structure
“Let’s stop being so polite.” This was the refrain from the usually diplomatic and measured Paul Pretorius SC during his keynote address to the state capture commission workshop hosted by the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (Casac) and the Public Affairs Research Institute (Pari) last week. Pretorius, evidence leader at the Zondo inquiry and now a consultant with the National Prosecuting Authority’s Investigating Directorate (ID), was exasperated at the slow implementation of Zondo’s recommendations and other interventions necessary to combat corruption in its new guises. ..
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.
From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.
For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.
Already subscribed? Sign in below.
Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.