NPA launches investigation into City of Joburg entities

National Prosecuting Authority office building.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has launched an internal investigation into the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) and other City of Johannesburg entities.

This follows recent media reports raising concerns over the handling of high-profile cases involving the agency and the City.

NPA head Advocate Andy Mothibi says he has requested a briefing from the Director of Public Prosecutions in Gauteng, Livingstone Sakata, while an internal investigation is underway to verify the allegations.

The announcement follows media reports alleging that the NPA failed to enroll cases against the City of Joburg and JDA despite sufficient evidence.

A statement by the NPA says the investigation seeks to uphold the rule of law and restore public confidence in prosecution.

NPA orders urgent investigation in cases of Johannesburg Development Agency and City of Joburg pic.twitter.com/cg2TetFQg3

— NPASouthAfrica (@NPA_Prosecutes) February 7, 2026