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Willie Hofmeyr

NPA accuses Zuma of another stab at stay of prosecution in a different guise
Politics
/ 2 June 2021

NPA accuses Zuma of another stab at stay of prosecution in a different guise

Veteran prosecutor Billy Downer argues the former president is not entitled to recycle arguments dismissed by the high court as he seeks acquittal on arms-deal charges

By Emsie Ferreira
Politicians should take responsibility for Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s appointment
Article
/ 17 March 2020

Politicians should take responsibility for Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s appointment

The process of appointing the public protector is flawed, and led by politicians who don’t seem to have paid attention to the law. This has to change

By Dianne Hawker
Hofmeyr rejects claims of political interference in dropping of Zuma charges
Article
/ 11 February 2019

Hofmeyr rejects claims of political interference in dropping of Zuma charges

The NPA, led by then acting head Mokotedi Mpshe, in 2009 dropped corruption charges against Zuma two weeks before the 2009 general elections

By Canny Maphanga
Under Jiba, trend emerged of prosecuting those that got in the way — Hofmeyr
Article
/ 31 January 2019

Under Jiba, trend emerged of prosecuting those that got in the way — Hofmeyr

Deputy NDPP Willie Hofmeyr says ‘obstacles to corruption and the capture of the state’ were prosecuted under Nomgcobo Jiba

By Franny Rabkin
SCA ruling means Zuma has little wiggle room left
Article
/ 17 October 2017

SCA ruling means Zuma has little wiggle room left

With his appeal rejected, it will be tough for the president to avoid his long-standing charges

By Serjeant At The and Bar Author
Strip-club king vs Mr Righteous: Why Andrew Phillips is dead set against Hofmeyr
Article
/ 22 July 2016

Strip-club king vs Mr Righteous: Why Andrew Phillips is dead set against Hofmeyr

Andrew Phillips filed a detailed objection to Willie Hofmeyr’s nomination for public protector. Here’s why.

By Pauli van Wyk
Mbeki denies abuse of power accusations
Article
/ 9 April 2015

Mbeki denies abuse of power accusations

Former president Thabo Mbeki has rejected Willie Hofmeyr’s allegations that his administration abused its power to plot Jacob Zuma’s downfall.

By Matuma Letsoala
Spy tapes: Can Hofmeyr keep Zuma off the hook?
Article
/ 1 April 2015

Spy tapes: Can Hofmeyr keep Zuma off the hook?

The deputy prosecutions chief points an accusing finger at Thabo Mbeki. But his version may have more clout at Luthuli House than in court.

By Sam Sole Author and Sam Sole
Editorial: Political meddling haunts NPA
Article
/ 1 April 2015

Editorial: Political meddling haunts NPA

Willie Hofmeyr’s stated motive to defend the NPA has failed, as political meddling has only become worse after Mbeki.

By Editorial
Special Investigating Unit racked by infighting
Article
/ 8 March 2013

Special Investigating Unit racked by infighting

Several senior members have left or have been sidelined following the departure of Willie Hofmeyr.

By Sally Evans
Champagne wishes and corrupted dreams
Article
/ 27 January 2012

Champagne wishes and corrupted dreams

The top dogs of anti-corruption came out in force to support a new initiative. But can they make us all believe?

By Tanya Pampalone
ANC: Heath resignation ‘regrettable’
Article
/ 16 December 2011

ANC: Heath resignation ‘regrettable’

There was mixed reaction from parties over the resignation of newly-appointed SIU head Willem Heath, with the ANC saying it was "regrettable".

By Staff Reporter
Concerted campaign to keep police lease
Article
/ 9 December 2011

Concerted campaign to keep police lease

Property tycoon Roux Shabangu has joined other voices in a public effort to validate the deal.

By Sam Sole Author, Heidi Swart and Craig Mckune
No image available
Article
/ 2 December 2011

Special Investigating Unit gets close to the fire

President Jacob Zuma has relied heavily on the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) in his attempts to demonstrate his determination to fight corruption.

By Staff Reporter
Willem Heath: from Madiba, to Kebble, and Zuma
Article
/ 2 December 2011

Willem Heath: from Madiba, to Kebble, and Zuma

Willem Heath has followed a winding road since he last headed the Special Investigating Unit.

By Sam Sole Author
South Africa’s justice system in turmoil
Article
/ 2 December 2011

South Africa’s justice system in turmoil

The justice sector has been thrown into turmoil by the ruling on Menzi Simelane’s appointment, amid rumours his NPA job will go to Willie Hofmeyer.

By Glynnis Underhill
SIU change not politically motivated, says presidency
Article
/ 30 November 2011

SIU change not politically motivated, says presidency

The presidency has rejected claims that Willie Hofmeyr’s removal as Special Investigating Unit head is politically motivated.

By Staff Reporter
Mixed feelings over SIU’s surprise appointment
Article
/ 29 November 2011

Mixed feelings over SIU’s surprise appointment

There has been mixed reaction to President Jacob Zuma’s replacement of Willie Hofmeyr with Willem Heath as head of the Special Investigation Unit.

By Staff Reporter
Hofmeyr dropped as head of Special Investigating Unit
Article
/ 29 November 2011

Hofmeyr dropped as head of Special Investigating Unit

President Jacob Zuma has announced the appointment of Willem Heath as head of the Special Investigating Unit, dropping Willie Hofmeyr.

By Staff Reporter
We’re transforming as fast as we can, says SIU
Article
/ 9 September 2011

We’re transforming as fast as we can, says SIU

The SIU insists it is working to achieve employment equity, after unions accused unit boss’s Willie Hofmeyr’s of failing to address transformation.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 26 August 2011

KZN boss challenges Simelane

NPA boss Menzi Simelane had no grounds to strip the KZN Asset Forfeiture Unit head Knorx Molelle of his powers Molelle says in an affidavit.

By Glynnis Underhill
No image available
Article
/ 19 August 2011

Simelane’s ‘plot’ clampdown

Officials in the Asset Forfeiture Unit believe Menzi Simelane is using claims of an assassination plot against him to justify action against the unit.

By Glynnis Underhill
No image available
Article
/ 7 August 2011

Simelane suspends Hofmeyr ally Molelle

Reports say NPA boss Menzi Simelane has suspended the Asset Forfeiture Unit’s KwaZulu-Natal head Knorx Molelle, an ally of Willie Hofmeyr.

By Staff Reporter
Lie test sparks new SIU battle
Article
/ 5 August 2011

Lie test sparks new SIU battle

Protector asked to intervene in dispute between Hofmeyr and senior unit executive.

By Lungile Dube
Simelane sets his sights on assets unit
Article
/ 29 July 2011

Simelane sets his sights on assets unit

Controversial NPA boss Menzi Simelane has stripped the head of the Asset Forfeiture Unit in KZN, Knorx Molelle, of all his powers.

By Glynnis Underhill
No image available
Article
/ 22 July 2011

Will the taxman be next in line?

South Africans can be forgiven for wanting heroes, the <i>Mail & Guardian</i> weighs in.

By The Editorial
Hofmeyr hits back
Article
/ 17 July 2011

Hofmeyr hits back

There was no merit in the complaint of corruption made by billionaire Dave King, Willie Hofmeyr said on Sunday.

By Staff Reporter
‘They want to close the Asset Forfeiture Unit down’
Article
/ 17 July 2011

‘They want to close the Asset Forfeiture Unit down’

New corruption allegations have been levelled against corruption-fighter Willie Hofmeyr, the head of the Special Investigating Unit.

By Staff Reporter
Probe into Hofmeyr ‘an inside job’
Article
/ 15 July 2011

Probe into Hofmeyr ‘an inside job’

Hofmeyr probe appears to be part of a broader attack on the nation’s corruption busters.

By Sam Sole Author and Craig Mckune
Madonsela, then Hofmeyr … spot the pattern
Article
/ 13 July 2011

Madonsela, then Hofmeyr … spot the pattern

The reported probes of Public Protector Thuli Madonsela, and Special Investigating Unit boss Willie Hofmeyr created a "worrying picture".

By Natasha Marrian
Yes, we’ve got a file on Willie Hofmeyr, says NPA
Article
/ 11 July 2011

Yes, we’ve got a file on Willie Hofmeyr, says NPA

The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed receiving a docket containing information gathered during a probe into SIU head Willie Hofmeyr.

By Staff Reporter
No image available
Article
/ 11 July 2011

SIU head under scrutiny, says he’s ‘tough enough’

Special Investigating Unit (SIU) head Willie Hofmeyr is the latest crime fighter being probed, the <em>Star</em> reported on Monday.

By Staff Reporter
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