Ntuthuzelo Vanara appointed acting head of IDAC amid anti-corruption drive
Vanara takes over the reins at Idac after the resignation of Andrea Johnson.
Parliament’s Justice Committee has welcomed the appointment of Advocate Ntuthuzelo Vanara as the Acting Head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), marking a significant move in South Africa's anti-corruption efforts. Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi announced the appointment in consultation with the National Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andy Mothibi.
Vanara, a seasoned legal professional with over 25 years of experience, will take over the role from Advocate Andrea Johnson, who recently resigned. Vanara, currently the Chief Legal Counsel at the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), brings a wealth of expertise in civil litigation, asset recovery, corporate legal services, and compliance management from his tenure at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) and various governance structures.
His appointment is seen as a crucial step in addressing concerns about corruption and governance weaknesses highlighted by recent inquiries, including the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner's investigation and the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. The Justice Committee’s Chairperson, Xola Nqola, commended Vanara’s unwavering ethics during high-profile parliamentary inquiries and emphasized the need for IDAC to play a central role in institutional renewal.
The Committee pledged to closely monitor Vanara’s progress, focusing on his capacity to lead complex corruption investigations, strengthen cooperation with other criminal justice institutions, and deliver tangible outcomes.
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