The National Conference on Integrated Criminal Justice System focused on reviewing the Integrated Criminal Justice System and Criminal Procedure Act, No. 51 of 1977. Deputy President Mashatile emphasized the importance of examining the current legal framework to ensure that our laws are consistent with international standards and identified the challenges faced by the criminal justice system and democracy, including genderbased violence, corruption, and crime. The conference emphasized the importance of independent judicial institutions free from political influence and drew attention to the ongoing review process by the Minister of Justice to reinforce bail laws and address the worries of victims and communities.
