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South Africa Police Minister Faces Serious Allegations of Criminal Ties

By Angela Kuffour - Jul 8, 2025
South Africa Minister of Police

A political firestorm is brewing in South Africa after the country’s Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, was accused of having ties to criminal gangs and interfering with high-profile police investigations. The explosive allegations were made public by Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the provincial police chief for KwaZulu-Natal, during a dramatic press briefing on Sunday.

Mkhwanazi alleged that Mchunu, who also serves as a senior member of the ruling African National Congress (ANC) party; has been receiving financial backing from a controversial businessman, Vusimuzi Matlala. According to Mkhwanazi, Matlala has been “financially supporting” Mchunu’s political ambitions while maintaining links to organized crime networks.

The police chief further accused Mchunu of meddling in police investigations related to politically motivated murders, raising concerns over potential corruption within the country’s law enforcement leadership. Mkhwanazi did not provide detailed evidence to support the claims but insisted the information was part of an ongoing internal police investigation.

Responding to the allegations, Minister Mchunu dismissed the allegations as “wild accusations” with no factual basis. He has called for a formal inquiry to clear his name in what he terms as politically motivated.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa also addressed the issue, calling the allegations “of grave national security concern.” He assured the public that the matter was under urgent review at the highest levels of government.

Mkhwanazi, who made the allegations, has reportedly placed himself under police protection following what he described as threats to his safety. He is expected to provide a detailed written report to national authorities in the coming days.

All eyes are on the presidency and national law enforcement leadership to determine whether these allegations will lead to one of the most significant political scandals in recent South African history.

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