Mbeki to testify at TRC inquiry into alleged political interference in apartheid-era cases
Former president Jacob Zuma is also expected to appear before the commission, although his testimony remains subject to his health.
Former President Thabo Mbeki is set to testify before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) inquiry into alleged political interference in apartheid-era cases. The inquiry, which began in 2003 during Mbeki's presidency, is investigating whether efforts to investigate and prosecute apartheid crimes were obstructed after the TRC handed cases to law enforcement authorities.
Mbeki is expected to testify on 19 and 20 October, providing crucial insights into his knowledge of the cases, discussions at the political level, and any decisions that may have affected the progress of investigations and prosecutions. The TRC spokesperson, Lionel Adendorf, emphasized the significance of Mbeki's testimony, stating that it is essential to obtain a comprehensive picture of what happened.
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