Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi said the Protected Disclosure Bill, building on the 2000 Act, aims to provide stronger legal safeguards for whistle-blowers, addressing weaknesses such as unclear procedures, limited support, and weak protections highlighted by the Zondo Commission.
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The Justice Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will officially release the Protected Disclosure Bill on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
The Bill aims to strengthen legal protections for individuals who report unlawful or irregular conduct in both the public and private sectors.
The Bill is designed to build on the existing Protected Disclosures Act of 2000, which provides whistle-blower protection but has been criticised for gaps identified by the Zondo Commission.
According to the Commission, procedures were often unclear, protections were weak, and support for whistle-blowers was limited.
In a statement, Terrence Manase, spokesperson to the Minister, said the draft Bill addresses these shortcomings.
He explained that it “strengthens protections, prevents retaliation, and introduces support and incentive measures, drawing on both local recommendations and international best practices.”
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