NPA rubbishes reports of war between Thembi Simelane and Shamila Batohi, insists NDPP not seeking extension

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has dismissed reports of an alleged fallout between Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Thembi Simelane and National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi.According to media reports, the fallout escalated after Simelane opposed efforts to have Batohi continue working beyond her retirement age limit. The minister has reportedly also flagged the appointment of the Zondo state capture commission advocates – Paul Pretorius and Matthew Chaskalson – as consultants by Batohi.The reports suggest the row has resulted in…