Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Santos Manilal Resigns from NPA
In a sudden development within South Africa’s justice system, Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Santos Manilal has resigned from his position at the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).
The news was first reported by eNCA on X on Friday, October 9, 2026.
According to the state broadcaster, Manilal is expected to officially vacate his office on October 31, 2026.
Further details surrounding the sudden resignation have not yet been provided by official state organs. Neither the NPA leadership nor Manilal have released detailed statements regarding the primary motivation behind the departure.
Manilal’s upcoming departure leaves a notable gap in the NPA’s regional leadership structure.
As a Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions (DDPP), Manilal has historically served as a high-profile legal leader coordinating major criminal investigations, legal compliance frameworks, and active prosecution teams.
Most recently, Manilal’s name has been heavily featured in public updates regarding proceedings at the ongoing Madlanga Commission.
Testimonies before the commission earlier this year highlighted his prominent role as an overall project owner and team leader overseeing critical tasking for prosecutors and criminal investigators.
The NPA has not yet announced who will replace Manilal or step in as the acting team leader when his term officially ends later this month.
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