Civil society group Future South Africa (FutureSA) on Thursday called for the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to reinstate corruption charges against President Jacob Zuma without any further delay.

This follows the Supreme Court of Appeal’s dismissal of Zuma’s bid to appeal a previous ruling that he could still face the reinstatement of the charges of fraud and corruption against him.

Lawyers for Zuma have until midnight to file papers outlining why nearly 800 corruption charges, recently reinstated by the court, should not be brought against him.

In a statement, FutureSA called on the NPA to do its job without fear or favour and reinstate the charges of fraud, corruption and racketeering against the President.

“There can be no more excuses – Zuma must face the charges and deal with the consequences. We have also seen over the last year, compelling prima facie evidence against Zuma – over and above the original counts of fraud and corruption – presented in academic and other reports, books, investigative articles and leaked emails that all point towards the President,” the organisation said.

It went on to say that the credibility of the NPA, and proof of its independence, was dependent on what decision it took on the matter following today’s submissions.

“We are calling on civil society organisations and people across the country to intensify their efforts against the capture of key institutions of the State, such as the NPA.”

Meanwhile, FutureSA has commended the Unite Behind Movement for its recent sit-in at the NPA’s offices, demanding Zuma’s arrest.

“We also commend the group for its planned activities in the Western Cape around the reinstatement of the charges,” it added.

In the coming weeks, FutureSA will be hosting a mass rally in Johannesburg calling for Zuma to be removed.