Two long-awaited laws have officially come into effect in South Africa, ushering in major reforms in the areas of police oversight and language policy.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has gazetted the commencement of the 2024 Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) Amendment Act, with the exception of five sections, and the 2014 South African Language Practitioners’ Council Act, which has now been operationalised after an 11-year delay.
The new IPID Amendment Act seeks to implement critical aspects of the 2016 Constitutional Court McBride ruling, which aimed to guarantee the institutional and operational independence of the directorate.
Read the full version of the “Cyril Ramaphosa signs in TWO new laws for South Africa“ article.
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA SIGNS IN TWO NEW LAWS FOR SOUTH AFRICA
The Act enhances parliamentary oversight and removes avenues for political interference, especially in decisions relating to the IPID’s executive leadership.
In July, former KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged that a criminal syndicate had infiltrated law enforcement and intelligence structures, implicating Police Minister Senzo Mchunu in attempts to obstruct investigations.
WATCH MORE VIDEOS FROM THE SOUTH AFRICAN
Looking for quick updates?
Watch News in a Minute videos on The South African’s YouTube page for all the key stories you need to know!
Catch all the latest videos on news, lifestyle, travel, sports and more – there’s always something to watch!
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and BlueSky to stay connected and get your news on the go!
