Powered by the constitution, the NPA is mandated to ensure that victims of crime get justice.

They have given South African’s something to smile about.

This has been seen by many law experts as a critical and bold move which should be taken seriously.

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Under the current scenario, a minister holds the final responsibility.

This would see it being financially and administratively independent.

The NPA is mandated to protect the integrity of South Africa’s judiciary.

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The NPA is calling for independence from the Department of Justice. Image: GovernmentZA/ FlickrSource: UGC

If they are to become independent then they will become the custodians of the judiciary in a perfect way.

Batohi, however, said the prosecutions authority does not have the budget to afford these skills.

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Samantha RiddleSamantha Riddle is a former Mainstream/ Current Affairs Manager.

She covered the breaking stories and SA news from 2018-2021.

Currently, shes working for The South African.