By Johnathan Paoli
KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has made startling allegations of political interference, obstruction of justice, and high-level corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Mkhwanazi has accused several senior SAPS officials of corrupt practices and implicated Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, alleging his ongoing communication with individuals linked to criminal activities.
Additionally, he disclosed that 121 cases initially under investigation by the political killings task team were removed before its dissolution.
Addressing the media in Durban in full military attire and under heavy security, Mkhwanazi detailed how political meddling has allegedly undermined critical investigations into political killings in KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.
“Fighting organised crime remains a priority as directed by the government. The National Commissioner remains my commander and a commander of all of us as we wear this uniform, and we must protect this badge and the police commissioner. I call on men
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