Mothibi may be served with court papers on first day as NPA head

Advocate Andy Mothibi may be served with court papers on his first day as the National Director of Public Prosecutions.

This comes as his appointment is challenged by a Cape Town based law firm, B Xulu and Partners.

They argue the advisory panel used in the selection of candidates was unconstitutional.

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Mothibi was not interviewed for the position and none of the seven candidates who went through the process made the cut.

He takes office amid renewed calls for a reform of the criminal justice system.

“I feel prepared to start the new role, to assume the role of the National Director of Public Prosecutions and commence work on the 2nd of February 2026. Priorities will be reported once I have had the opportunity to engage with National Prosecutions Authority executive management and wider management. The engagements will commence,” said Mothibi.