The Pretoria High Court is set to deliver a ruling on Tuesday morning regarding the interdict sought by Speaker of Parliament, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, to prevent her arrest. Mapisa-Nqakula approached the courts last week after being informed of corruption-linked charges against her.
The allegations against Mapisa-Nqakula revolve around her time as the Defence Minister, with accusations of accepting millions of rands in bribes.
Despite being required to surrender herself for arrest, she has refused to do so until the state hands over the docket to her lawyers. In her defence, Mapisa-Nqakula claims that the state has no case against her and that her dignity and reputation are under attack.
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Furthermore, the Speaker has accused the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) of employing apartheid-era tactics and leaking information about her case, leading to a trial by media.
However, the state has opposed her application, arguing that she does not have the right to evade arrest and that granting her demands would set a dangerous precedent.
While the state does not oppose bail, they maintain that Mapisa-Nqakula should face trial as an accused individual. The ruling on Tuesday will determine whether the Speaker will be granted the interdict or if she will be required to face the charges against her.
This case has garnered significant attention, highlighting the delicate balance between the rights of individuals and the need for justice to be served.
The outcome of this ruling will have far-reaching implications for future cases involving high-ranking officials like Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and their accountability for alleged wrongdoing.
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