Downer: Corruption will be punished, just watch this space

Advocate Billy Downer gives hope, saying corrupt officials linked to state capture will face justice soon.

State prosecutor Billy Downer in court during Schabir Shaik’s fraud and corruption case, at the Durban High Court on 5 April 2006. Picture: Gallo Images

Downer, speaking at a panel discussion about halting corruption in South Africa at an investment conference in Cape Town this week, insisted all was not lost despite years of mostly inactivity when it comes to bringing those responsible for corruption to book. Sadly, up to now, very little has actually materialised in terms of meting out punishment. Many with state capture links are still walking free, while others are even in high positions of power.

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