Senior members of the African National Congress (ANC) who have been linked to recent allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, are expected to appear before the party’s integrity commission.
Over the weekend, Mkhwanazi levelled serious claims suggesting that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has ties to controversial businessman Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala, a figure widely known for his involvement in government tenders.
Mkhwanazi also accused Mchunu of disbanding the task team investigating political killings in KwaZulu-Natal.
In response, Mchunu issued a media statement denying any personal or professional association with Matlala.
He clarified that while he had no contact with Matlala, he did launch a review into a police tender that had been awarded to the businessman, citing allegations of potential irregularities. That particular contract has since been cancelled.
Attention has also turned to former Police Minister Bheki Cele, who allegedly stayed at Matlala’s upscale residence in Menlyn shortly before Matlala’s company secured a R360 million South African Police Service (SAPS) health services contract.
According to reports, Cele’s visit was not officially documented through SAPS or government channels, and there is no indication that public funds were used.
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula confirmed that the party expects a detailed report from Mchunu addressing the commissioner’s allegations.
He reiterated the ANC’s commitment to its renewal agenda, emphasising that any form of corruption or unethical behaviour would not be tolerated.
Although the party has not yet formally met with Mchunu, Mbalula expressed confidence that the minister would engage with ANC leadership at Luthuli House.
He stressed that the party’s internal mechanisms, including the integrity commission, would guide the process moving forward. Mbalula also noted that further action would only be taken once President Cyril Ramaphosa has held discussions with Mchunu.
President Ramaphosa, meanwhile, described the situation as a serious national security issue and assured the public that the matter is being treated with the utmost urgency.
He highlighted the importance of protecting the integrity of South Africa’s security institutions and upholding the rule of law.
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