Zuma, Mbeki bids for Khampepe’s recusal from TRC inquiry dismissed

Judicial Commission of Inquiry into TRC cases set to resume hearings amid controversies

The Khampepe Judicial Commission of Inquiry is set to reconvene on February 4, 2026, to outline its proceedings after dismissing recusal applications by former presidents Zuma and Mbeki.

Zuma, Mbeki bids for Khampepe’s recusal from TRC inquiry dismissed

TRC commission chairperson Sisi Khampepe has dismissed attempts by former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki to secure her recusal, ruling that they failed to establish reasonable apprehension of bias.

Khampepe dismisses Jacob Zuma, Thabo Mbeki recusal applications

Justice Sisi Khampepe has dismissed applications by former heads of state Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki for her recusal.

Khampepe rejects bid by Zuma, Mbeki to force her off TRC cases inquiry

Simon Nare Retired Constitutional Court Justice Sisi Khampepe, chairperson of the Truth and Reconciliation cases inquiry, has dismissed separate applications by former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki calling for her recusal, ruling they had failed to present any proof of reasonable or actual bias. The commission is investigating allegations that attempts were made to stop the investigation or prosecution of TRC cases. ALSO READ: Schools mu…