Big test coming for South Africa

• The Public Service Commission (PSC) Act gives additional powers to the existing Public Service Commission to monitor the actions of South Africa's municipalities and public entities.
• The PSC Act is a positive step for South Africa, but an increased budget and willingness to prosecute may be necessary for it to be effective.
• The PSC will need to work with the National Prosecuting Authority to ensure that obstruction cases are suitably prosecuted and that the commission can effectively enforce the new Act.