NPA Code Of Ethics - National Prosecuting Authority

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6.3 Reporting of unethical conduct not related to theft, fraud or corruption confidentially
or anonymously
You should report observed conduct that is inconsistent with the letter and spirit of the NPA Code of Ethics by
following the suggested processes below. If the issue involves conduct that is contrary to our values, principles
and rules, and if it is not related to theft, fraud or corruption:
1. Report the issue confidentially to your line
manager.
If you feel that you cannot do this for any reason, then:
2. Report the issue confidentially to another
manager.
If you feel that you cannot do this for any reason, then:
important points:
• You are encouraged, but not obliged, to report
confidentially rather than anonymously, to enable
the NPA to deal with your report in the best possible
way.
• Please note that it may be much more difficult to
act successfully on anonymously reported cases.
• You may refer to the Protected Disclosures Act,
Act 26 of 20001 for more information on
responsible and safe reporting of unethical conduct.
• All personnel are required to deal with reports of
unethical conduct with strict confidentiality.
3. Report the issue via the NPA Service Delivery
Hotline at 0800 212 580. This Service Delivery
Hotline operates 24 hours and 365 days a year.
All calls remain anonymous and confidentiality
is guaranteed.
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