Single chain rather parallel structures“The MK Party believes that South Africa’s fight against corruption is best served by strong, properly resourced constitutional institutions operating within a single, accountable chain of investigation and prosecution, rather than through parallel structures.” MKP said the Bill emphasises that the proposed reform should not be interpreted as weakening South Africa’s anti-corruption efforts. No accused person would be permitted to challenge an investigation or prosecution solely because Idac has been abolished. “A single, unified chain, from Hawks investigation through to NPA prosecution, closes the very gaps that parallel structures are prone to create. It also ensures that any individual investigated is investigated by an institution that is answerable through the normal channels of parliamentary and executive oversight,” reads the Bill.