JOHANNESBURG – The Presidency said a report by an independent panel on the investigation into the docking of the Russian cargo vessel – Lady R – will be completed on Friday.
Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the investigation led by retired Judge Phineas Mojapelo was concluded on the 18 July 2023.
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The investigation was sparked by claims that South African arms were smuggled on board the vessel when it docked in Simon’s Town in December.
Magwenya said a late submission caused a slight delay in concluding the investigation – but Judge Mojapelo did not request an extension.