Defence Minister Thandi Modise os reviewing a legal plea from former National assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. The ministry is thinking about assisting.
The Department of Defence confirmed that the former National Assembly speaker had to put in a request for state funding for her case
Modise has to sort out internal issues with SANDF’s head of legal services first before considering Mapisa-Nqakula’s request. With degrees in Journalism and International Politics, she delved into the intricacies of political landscapes at The Citizen newspaper, African News Network, and Newzroom Afrika. Pillay has also completed a training course from Google News Initiative.
Despite the request, Mapisa-Nqakula has not yet received legal assistance, and the situation is pending a thorough review. The former National Assembly speaker faces corruption and money laundering charges and was recently released on bail.The presidency has clarified that it is not responsible for covering her legal fees, emphasising the independence of institutions like the National Assembly.
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