Welcome to Public Protector South Africa
The Public Protector is an independent institution established in terms of section 181 of the Constitution, with a mandate to support and strengthen constitutional democracy. A supreme administrative oversight body, the Public Protector has the power to investigate, report on and remedy improper conduct in all state affairs. The Public Protector must be accessible to all persons and communities. Anyone can complain to the Public Protector.
Lodge complaint
Latest Investigation Reports
Closing Report No.55 of 2020/21 on an investigation into allegations of improper conduct and maladministration by the Bellville Magistrates'court relating to an application for a protection order
03/31/2021
Report No. 49 of 2020/21 on allegations of a breach of the Executive Ethics Code by the Member of the Executive Council for Transport and Public Works of the Western Cape Provincial Government, Mr B Madikizela
03/31/2021
Latest News
Public Protector and sister institutions shine spotlight on human rights matters
23/03/21
Public Protector and Human Rights Commission intervention in tertiary education challenges continues
23/03/21
The joint Public Protector South Africa (PPSA) and the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) dialogue with the tertiary education community to find lasting solutions to problems... [read more]