Andrea Johnson resigns as IDAC head

President Cyril Ramaphosa accepted the immediate resignation of Andrea Johnson as head of the South Africa — Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) on July 27, 2026. Johnson requested to vacate office with immediate effect, citing unprecedented attacks on her and her official capacity, which she said brought negative attention and reputational risk to IDAC and the South Africa — National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). Her resignation followed a recommendation by Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, supported by National Director of Public Prosecutions Andy Mothibi. Johnson had been under scrutiny after her testimony before the South Africa — Madlanga Commission, where she made concessions regarding IDAC's investigations into Crime Intelligence officials. The Office of the IDAC Oversight Judge confirmed it had received complaints against Johnson. Johnson's departure raises questions about the leadership of South Africa's anti-corruption unit.