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Ramaphosa accepted Johnson\u2019s request in terms of section 12(8)(a) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act of 1998, allowing Johnson to leave office with immediate effect.<\/p>\n
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Johnson served as IDAC, a key structure within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) responsible for high-level corruption investigations and prosecutions.<\/p>\n
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The decision followed a recommendation by Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi that Johnson\u2019s request be granted. National Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Andy Mothibi supported the recommendation.<\/p>\n
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Johnson directed the request for immediate release from office to Mothibi and Ramaphosa.<\/p>\n
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Ramaphosa thanked Johnson for years of service in the NPA and for work as head of IDAC.<\/p>\n
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Ramaphosa also assured the leadership and staff of the NPA of government\u2019s continued support for prosecutorial work and anti-corruption efforts.<\/p>\n
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Government said the NPA remains central to efforts to fight crime and corruption, with IDAC playing an important role in strengthening accountability and pursuing complex corruption cases.<\/p>\n
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Johnson\u2019s departure comes at a time when SA continues to prioritise the fight against corruption and the rebuilding of public trust in law enforcement institutions.<\/p>\n
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The Presidency said government remains committed to supporting the NPA as the institution continues to work to investigate and prosecute corruption-related offences.<\/p>\n
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