Suspended Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu appeared before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee on Thursday morning, delivering long-awaited testimony in the inquiry probing allegations of political interference and corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS). The committee was established to investigate claims made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who accused Mchunu and… Continue reading Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu Testifies, Claims Political Killings Task Team Operated Illegally
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Sibiya Grilled as Ad Hoc Committee Digs Into Political Capture of Police
Deputy National Police Commissioner General Shadrack Sibiya on Monday appeared before the ad hoc parliamentary committee investigating the alleged capture of police and politicians, facing tough questions from Chief Evidence Leader Norman Arendse SC about his role in the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team and his links to controversial figures. The hearing, which… Continue reading Sibiya Grilled as Ad Hoc Committee Digs Into Political Capture of Police
Political Killings Task Team Leaves a Mark Despite Disbandment, as Madlanga Commission Probes Its Legacy
The South African Police Service’s Political Killings Task Team (PKTT), which once stood at the forefront of tackling KwaZulu-Natal’s deepening crisis of assassinations, continues to make headlines months after its controversial disbandment. Its successes, failures, and the political battles surrounding it are now under the microscope at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, where top police… Continue reading Political Killings Task Team Leaves a Mark Despite Disbandment, as Madlanga Commission Probes Its Legacy
Masemola Defends Task Team’s Work at Madlanga Commission, Cites Fort Hare Breakthroughs
At its resumed sitting at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College, the Madlanga Commission has heard probing testimony from National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola, particularly concerning the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT), operational authority, and high-profile cases linked to the University of Fort Hare. Appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa in August 2025, the Commission’s mandate… Continue reading Masemola Defends Task Team’s Work at Madlanga Commission, Cites Fort Hare Breakthroughs
Mkhwanazi Warns of Ongoing Political Interference as Day Two of Madlanga Commission Exposes Police Rot
Day two of the Madlanga Commission into political killings in KwaZulu-Natal once again placed the country’s criminal justice system under the spotlight, as provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi continued his explosive testimony. Mkhwanazi, who first shook the political establishment in July with allegations of entrenched corruption within the police and links between senior… Continue reading Mkhwanazi Warns of Ongoing Political Interference as Day Two of Madlanga Commission Exposes Police Rot
Madlanga Commission Day One: Mkhwanazi Lays Bare Claims of Political Interference, In-Camera Evidence Promised
Day one of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system closed at about 4pm on Tuesday at the Bridgette Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria after almost six hours of testimony from KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Mkhwanazi began his evidence just after 10:30… Continue reading Madlanga Commission Day One: Mkhwanazi Lays Bare Claims of Political Interference, In-Camera Evidence Promised
Justice Delayed, Justice Denied? 121 Political Killing Cases Back in Spotlight
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has announced a major breakthrough in the fight against political killings, but the success comes amid dramatic upheaval at the highest levels of the police and government. National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola confirmed that two suspects — a traditional chief and an alleged hitman — have been arrested in… Continue reading Justice Delayed, Justice Denied? 121 Political Killing Cases Back in Spotlight
EFF Slams Acting Police Minister Over ‘Dangerous Interference’ in Political Killings Investigations
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has launched a blistering attack on Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia, accusing him of “dangerous political interference” in investigations into political killings in KwaZulu-Natal. In a statement issued on Saturday, the red berets condemned Cachalia’s comments on the 121 case dockets of political murders and related crimes that were… Continue reading EFF Slams Acting Police Minister Over ‘Dangerous Interference’ in Political Killings Investigations
Former Municipal Manager Re-Arrested in Sindiso Magaqa Murder Case Amid Explosive Revelations About Disbanded SAPS Political Task Team
The long-delayed pursuit of justice for the 2017 assassination of former ANC Youth League Secretary-General Sindiso Magaqa took a dramatic turn on Monday with the arrest of the former municipal manager of the Umzimkhulu Local Municipality, more than seven years after the brutal killing. The 55-year-old suspect, who cannot yet be named until his court… Continue reading Former Municipal Manager Re-Arrested in Sindiso Magaqa Murder Case Amid Explosive Revelations About Disbanded SAPS Political Task Team
Kunene Suspension Sparks Public Praise After DJ Sumbody Murder Suspect Raid
The suspension of Patriotic Alliance (PA) Deputy President Kenny Kunene has sparked widespread public and political reaction, following his presence at the Sandton residence of a murder suspect linked to the assassination of amapiano star Oupa “DJ Sumbody” Sefoka. Kunene, a controversial figure and former inmate turned businessman and politician, was placed on a 30-day… Continue reading Kunene Suspension Sparks Public Praise After DJ Sumbody Murder Suspect Raid