This piece was first published by Daily Maverick. By Heidi Swart and Anton Harber The new intelligence Bill, passed by the National Assembly last week, has improved on the first two versions, but still fails to address its stated aim: to rectify the legal conditions that enabled deeply-rooted malfeasance within the State Security Agency (SSA) and […]
The General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill, coming on the heels of the Zondo Commission, was an opportunity for SA’s top executive to show they were serious about intelligence reform. Instead, it paves the way for State Capture 3.0. Want to start a “non-governmental organisation”, “religious institution” or “private security company”? You may need security clearance […]
Former Zondo Commission evidence leader Vicky Heideman unpacks her research on improving oversight for South Africa’s. State Security Agency.
Former Zondo Commission evidence leader Vicky Heideman unpacks her research on the lack of financial oversight and accountability in the State Security Agency.
This opinion piece, by Heidi Swart, was published by Daily Maverick. The authorities have approved the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) request to build their own (or purchase from elsewhere) communications interception equipment. On 19 May, an exemption certificate was published in the Government Gazette, clearly stipulating the red tape police need to work through […]
