
JOHANNESBURG – President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Advocate Andy Mothibi as South Africa’s new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP).
Mothibi’s appointment comes into effect from 1 February 2026
The appointment follows an open selection process.
The advisory panel concluded that none of the recently interviewed candidates were suitable for the role.
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Mothibi is currently head of the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and brings experience as a public prosecutor, magistrate and senior legal executive.
Ramaphosa has thanked outgoing NDPP Advocate Shamila Batohi for her service.
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