MK party supports Mkhwebane ahead of court hearing on her status as advocate
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The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party announced its support for former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane ahead of her August 24, 2026, court appearance in the Pretoria Regional Court. The Legal Practice Council (LPC) initiated the hearing to seek an order to strike Mkhwebane from the roll of advocates, citing 18 grounds including dishonesty, incompetence, and bias. This legal action followed her removal from the office of Public Protector after a Section 194 inquiry, which cost taxpayers R160 million, determined she lacked basic legal comprehension. The MK party characterized the LPC's move as persecution against an individual who exposed corruption by powerful institutions.
Consequences
Mkhwebane faces the potential permanent loss of her status as an advocate if the court grants the LPC's application. The situation is expected to draw political attention, as the MK party has publicly called on supporters to rally for Mkhwebane during her scheduled court appearance.
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