Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka says sextortion should be treated as a form of corruption and prosecuted accordingly. She argues that the conduct can fall within existing legal provisions that address sexual gratification, and therefore does not require a separate offence to secure accountability.
Gcaleka also calls for victims to use reporting routes designed to reduce the risk of interference with investigations. Her position focuses on how sextortion allegations are handled under current systems, and on encouraging reporting in a way that protects complainants and supports enforcement.
The outlet reporting the statement frames Gcaleka’s stance as a push for the use of corruption-related charges in relevant cases. The emphasis is on applying existing law and improving the reporting and investigation process rather than introducing new mechanisms.
