US Edition‘Silent’ Ramaphosa Back in the Country as Parties Lay Criminal Charges Against Senzo Mchunu
SOUTH AFRICA, JUL 10 – Criminal charges against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu stem from allegations of corruption, interference in police work, and links to criminal syndicates involving a R360 million tender, parties said.
- On 9 July 2025, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu publicly admitted knowing Brown Mogotsi, describing him as 'a comrade' amid growing allegations.
- The admission followed explosive claims by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi that Mchunu has ties to criminal accused Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala and interference allegations.
- On 10 July, the Democratic Alliance filed criminal charges against Mchunu at the central police station in Cape Town, accusing him of providing false information to Parliament regarding his association with Mogotsi.
- DA deputy chief whip Baxolile Nodada accused Mchunu of fraudulently providing false information with the intention to deceive Parliament, while the minister also faces charges including obstructing justice and abusing power.
- Despite mounting scandals and calls for accountability, President Cyril Ramaphosa remains silent, though he is expected to outline a response upon returning from the BRICS Summit.
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South Africa: DA Lays Criminal Charges and Ethics Complaint Against Police Minister Mchunu
Press Release - The Democratic Alliance (DA) is taking firm and urgent action to hold Police Minister Senzo Mchunu accountable for allegedly lying to Parliament. This is a criminal offence under both common law and parliamentary legislation.
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MSNMchunu faces pressure as MK Party and DA pursue legal action
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party is the latest to add its voice to calls for justice amid damning allegations made against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. The party’s Member of Parliament, David Skosana, has laid criminal charges against Mchunu and Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya. The charges relate to perjury and defeating the ends of justice. This follows KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanaz…
Mchunu Accused of Favoring Junior Staffer
An unsigned letter circulating on social media accuses Police Minister Senzo Mchunu of improperly promoting Kamogelo Mogotsi from a Level 7 administrative role to a Level 13 spokesperson position while he was Minister of Public Service and Administration. The promotion, which skipped six government levels, allegedly lacked merit, as Mogotsi had no formal communication qualifications. Staff at the Department of Public Service and Administration (…
Public Protector Launches Probe Into Police Minister Over Interference Allegations
South Africa’s Public Protector has opened an investigation into Police Minister Senzo Mchunu following explosive corruption allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The probe, initiated after a formal complaint from African Transformation Movement (ATM) leader Vuyo Zungula, centers on claims that Mchunu interfered with police investigations to protect politically connected individuals. These a…
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