South Africa government
independent branchOmbudsmanReviewed
Public Protector
Investigates improper conduct in state affairs.
What this authority does
A Chapter 9 institution with constitutionally entrenched independence. The Constitutional Court confirmed in the Nkandla matter that its remedial action is binding unless set aside on judicial review, which transformed it from an advisory body into an enforceable one.
Services for the public
- Maladministration complaints
- Executive ethics investigations
- Remedial action
Before you contact this authority
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- Justice administrationDepartment of Justice and Constitutional Development
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- Corporate registryCompanies and Intellectual Property Commission
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