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Zuma counsel accuses TRC inquiry chair of misconduct

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Legal drama continues around the inquiry into stalled TRC prosecutions. Former president Jacob Zuma’s lawyer has approached the South Gauteng High Court, accusing inquiry chair Sisi Khampepe of “gross misconduct”. Advocate Dali Mpofu claims a whistleblower alleges Khampepe coached evidence leaders on how to respond to an application calling for her recusal - a move he says shows bias and possible corruption. Phemelo speaks to legal expert Mpumelelo Zikalala.
16 Mar 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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