Mkhwanazi in the hot seat! – Union demands proof or punishment

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Cape Town – KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is reportedly under pressure to provide evidence backing his explosive allegations against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, and others.

Mkhwanazi claims a crime syndicate involving politicians, police, judges, and prosecutors was uncovered, and blames Mchunu for shutting down a key political killings task team to protect criminal interests.

According to IOL, Independent Policing Union of SA’s general secretary, Mpho Kwinika warned that Mkhwanazi could face internal disciplinary action or removal if he cannot substantiate his claims, noting he may have breached SAPS communication protocols.

“Look, Mkhwanazi is in trouble. Mkhwanazi must prove that indeed there is crime committed by those senior officials he has implicated, failing which the law is going to be against him,” the report quoted Kwinika as saying.

“In the police, we have a policy that deals with communications. Before you communicate anything to the public, you must get permission from the national commissioner of police.”

 

Meanwhile,  Times Live reported that heavily armed police officers were seen guarding Mkhwanazi’s home on Tuesday, prompting concern from a nearby bed and breakfast owner.

The resident, initially alarmed by the high police presence and parked vehicles, was told jokingly by officers that he was now well protected, the report said.

He reassured his guests not to panic and later said the increased security made him feel safer, noting that the property has long housed provincial police commissioners.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has since described the situation as a “grave national security concern” and urged restraint.
Ramaphosa urged all parties to show restraint and discipline, warning that public accusations could erode trust in law enforcement and national unity.

“This is a matter of grave national security concern that is receiving the highest priority attention. It is vital that the integrity of the country’s security services is safeguarded and that the rule of law is affirmed.

“All parties to this matter are called upon to exercise discipline and restraint. The trading of accusations and counter-accusations threatens to undermine public confidence and sow confusion. Furthermore, these actions damage the unity and focus of the police,” the president said in a statement.

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