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flag South Africa appoints Andy Mothibi as new National Director of Public Prosecutions effective February 1, 2026.

flag President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Andy Mothibi, head of South Africa’s Special Investigating Unit, as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions, effective February 1, 2026. flag The move follows a selection process that found no suitable candidates among several December 2025 interviewees. flag Mothibi, a veteran legal professional with experience as a prosecutor, magistrate, and senior SARS official, will succeed Shamila Batohi. flag In the interim, SIU chief operations officer Leonard Lekgetho has been named acting NDPP, bringing over 22 years of forensic investigation experience. flag The appointment emphasizes transparency and merit in filling a key role in South Africa’s justice system.

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