KZN activist network defends Gordhan
12 October 2016
Durban - The Merebank Justice Network (MJN) on Wednesday called the charges of fraud levelled against Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan a "serious concern".
"We sincerely believe that political considerations should not result in prosecution by the NPA. We trust that this is not the case and believe in the judiciary and the rule of law and that they will be proved innocent of the charges," MJN said in a statement.
The network - made up of a number of struggle stalwarts, religious leaders, business, and activists - said it was concerned and alarmed with national developments in recent months.
MJN raised funds for Gordhan and former Sars Commissioner Ivan Pillay to the tune of R100 000 to assist them with any possible legal costs.