Gauteng to open criminal case against student who reported a security flaw in its R269-million app

A Gauteng student who reported a security flaw in the R269-million e-Panic button app, exposing users' sensitive information, will face a criminal case. The department's failure to publicly acknowledge the breach has raised questions about accountability, and the decision to pursue a criminal complaint has been met with criticism. The move has sparked concerns about the treatment of whistleblowers and the prioritization of corporate interests over public safety.