Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi is set to deliver the keynote address at the University of Johannesburg’s Combating Corruption Summit on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, where she is expected to outline government’s renewed commitment to strengthening the country’s anti-corruption framework and ensuring accountability across all spheres of public and private life. The summit, which brings together academics, legal experts, civil society organisations, and policymakers, serves as a critical platform for examining the systemic drivers of corruption and identifying practical solutions to address them.
Kubayi’s address will be closely watched, given the government’s ongoing efforts to restore public trust in state institutions following years of state capture scandals and widespread allegations of tender fraud and mismanagement. She is expected to highlight recent legislative and institutional reforms, including the establishment of the Investigating Directorate against Corruption and the finalisation of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy. The Minister may also address the growing public demand for faster prosecutions and the need to insulate law enforcement agencies from political interference.
The summit comes at a time when corruption remains one of South Africa’s most pressing challenges, undermining service delivery, economic growth, and social cohesion. University of Johannesburg Vice-Chancellor Professor Tshilidzi Marwala, who will also address the gathering, has emphasised the importance of academic institutions in contributing evidence-based research to the fight against corruption.
As Kubayi takes the podium, the audience will be looking for more than just rhetoric—they will be seeking concrete commitments to action and timelines for measurable progress. The summit’s outcomes could shape public discourse and policy direction in the months ahead, making it a pivotal moment for the justice and accountability agenda in South Africa.
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