South Africa’s Ramaphosa Suspends Police Minister Over Criminal-Link Allegations

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Senzo Mchunu has been suspended over allegations of collusion with cartels and efforts to derail murder probes.

South Africa’s Ramaphosa Suspends Police Minister Over Criminal-Link Allegations

South African Police Minister Senzo Mchunu (C) in Stilfontein, South Africa, on Jan. 14, 2025. (Themba Hadebe/ AP).

Owen Evans

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended the country’s police minister over allegations of links to criminal activity.

Senzo Mchunu was put on immediate leave of absence on July 13, following accusations by a top police official that he had colluded with a criminal syndicate and interfered in high-profile investigations.

Owen Evans

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