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Mkhwebane accused of lies, irregular conduct in high-profile probes

Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has been accused of lies and manipulation in some of her most high-profile cases to date by a former employee.

Mkhwebane's axing of high-ranking officials was allegedly personal

It is claimed that Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane only suspended high-ranking officials because she's out to settle scores. The officials were close to ex-Public Protector Lawrence Mushwana.

Accountability Now takes fight against Mkhwebane to High Court

Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane is facing a High Court application put forward by Accountability Now, attempting to have her declared unfit to hold office.

Public Protector Greenlights Crowdfunding, but Not for Her Office

The Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has said in no uncertain terms that her department would not receive any donor funding from the public but has said that she would accept donations for herself.

Fact Check: President Cyril Ramaphosa's CR17 campaign paid judges

In a social media post, President Cyril Ramaphosa was accused of having paid South African judges using funds from his CR17 campaign.

Office of the Public Protector gets thumbs-up from auditor-general

The Office of the Public Protector, led by Busisiwe Mkhwebane, has earned itself a glowing review from the auditor-general who applauded financial improvements.