Minister Kubayi is not extending the window for public comments on the Protected Disclosures Bill [SOUND]

# Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, says the window for public comments on the Protected Disclosure Act will not be extended. Civil society organisations called for an extension, citing serious shortcomings and limited public awareness. The legislation seeks to overhaul the whistleblower protection framework by introducing stronger safeguards, clearer reporting procedures, and financial incentives for people who disclose wrongdoing. Spokesperson Palesa Rammitlwa says they have received a significant number of comments: