The New South Institute (NSI) invites you to a public discussion and book talk on corruption and reform, tracing the emergence of patterns of state capture, examining what sustains them, and exploring what is required to rebuild ethical and accountable public institutions.

Drawing on two influential works that examine the formation of a ‘shadow state’, the discussion will consider how networks of patronage, violence and informal power have shaped South Africa’s institutions and undermined public accountability. The discussion will also consider the personal and professional risks faced by individuals who expose wrongdoing and explore ways in which South Africa can better protect and support whistleblowers.

Speakers

• Ivor Chipkin — Author, Shadow State: The Politics of State Capture; Director, New South Institute
• Jeff Wicks — Author, The Shadow State: Why Babita Deokaran Had to Die; Investigative Journalist, News24

Discussants

• Adv. Andy Mothibi — Head, Special Investigating Unit (SIU)
• Martha Ngoye — Whistleblower (former) and NSI Board Member

Event details

• Date: Wednesday, 05 November 2025
• Time: 09:30 for 10:00
• Venue: GIBS Rooftop, Gordon Institute of Business Science, 26 Melville Rd, Illovo, Johannesburg, 2196

RSVP & contact

• RSVP: https://bit.ly/4n7OqAi
• Enquiries: Revati — revatib@nsi.org.za | +27 72 411 4056