NDPP to review DPP decision in case involving former Minister Kodwa

1 November 2024

The Office of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) today received a letter from the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation (DPCI) requesting the NDPP to review the decision of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) South Gauteng, Adv Andrew Chauke.

The DPP decided to withdraw the charges against former Minister Zizi Kodwa and his co-accused, after receiving representations that were submitted on behalf of the accused.

In terms of Section 179 (5) (d) of the Constitution, the NDPP may review a decision to prosecute or not to prosecute, after consultation with the relevant DPP and after taking representations within a specified period from the accused person; the complainant; any other person or party whom the NDPP considers to be relevant.

The NDPP will review the decision in line with the above stated legal framework and communicate the decision accordingly.

Issued by Mthunzi Mhaga, NPA Spokesperson, 1 November 2024