Quote of the week
It seems that the more places I see and experience, the bigger I realize the world to be. The more I become aware of, the more I realize how relatively little I know of it, how many places I have still to go, how much more there is to learn.
Travel changes you. As you move through this life and this world you change things slightly, you leave marks behind, however small. And in return, life — and travel — leaves marks on you.
The journey is part of the experience — an expression of the seriousness of one’s intent. One doesn’t take the A train to Mecca.
CASAC welcomes President Zuma’s announcement
CASAC Media Statement
24 October 2011
President Zuma acts on corruption
The Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC) applauds President Zuma’s dismissal of Gwen Mahlangu Nkabinde and Sicelo Shiceka from Cabinet. We believe that the President has acted appropriately in responding to the reports of the Public Protector regarding the misdemeanours by these two former Ministers.
We also welcome the immediate suspension of the National Police Commissioner, Bheki Cele, and the appointment of a Board of Inquiry in terms of the South African Police Service Act to investigate his role in the leasing of premises for the SA Police Service.
We note the composition of the commission of enquiry under Judge Willie Seriti to conduct the investigation into matters relating to the arms deal. We await the announcement of the terms of reference for that enquiry and trust that these will allow for a comprehensive investigation.
CASAC has consistently called for a zero tolerance approach to corruption and unethical conduct, and urges all South Africans to “Red Card Corruption”. We will continue to lobby for the strengthening of our anti-corruption arsenal by establishing a truly independent anti-corruption agency that will be adequately resourced to fight corruption on all fronts.
Enquiries:
Lawson Naidoo – 073 158 5736
Masutane Modjadji – 076 937 0825
