AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL’S SUBMISSION ON THE PROTECTED DISCLOSURES BILL [B2026]

Amnesty International welcomes the proposed Protected Disclosures Bill, 2026, and submits this briefing in response to South Africa’s proposed legislation. This submission highlights key concerns and recommendations to further strengthen whistleblower protections in South Africa, including clearer human rights framing, mandatory risk assessments, a whistleblower protection fund, and consistent penalties for intimidation and harassment across legislation.