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Public Interest SA welcomes Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's resignation

Public Interest SA welcomes speaker's resignation

JOHANNESBURG - The organisation Public Interest SA has applauded the resignation of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula.

However, it's concerned by the slow progress in addressing allegations of bribery against her.

READ: President Ramaphosa commends Mapisa-Nqakula's decision to resign

Mapisa-Nqakula is out on bail after being formally charged this week. She maintains her innocence.

But Public Interest SA says there's a dual criminal justice system that affords preferential treatment to high-profile individuals.

Chairperson Tebogo Khaas joined eNCA to discuss this.

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