KwaZulu-Natal KZN-based researcher and crime activist Dr Mary De Haas has told Parliament that she will not disclose the identities of her informants, citing fears of reprisals.
De Haas explains that, as a social worker, she took an oath of confidentiality and emphasises that some of the individuals who provided her with crucial information are well known in the media space, with several having already testified before relevant bodies.
Her stance follows concerns raised by Members of Parliament that her testimony may amount to hearsay and third-party information.