By AGISANANG SCUFF
14 July 2025- The African National Congress (ANC) said it welcomes the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa to establish a Judicial Commission of Inquiry into the serious allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner. Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi. The ANC said it welcomes and supports Ramaphosa’s decision to place Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu on a leave of absence pending the outcome of the inquiry.
The ANC spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu said: “This decisive action reaffirms the President’s commitment to the rule of law. It is a clear demonstration of the seriousness with which the President and government respond to allegations of corruption and criminal conduct, regardless of who is involved.
“To provide further clarity and the ANC’s expectations on this critical development, the Secretary General of the ANC will lead a media briefing at Chief Albert Luthuli House, Johannesburg on Tuesday at 2pm.”
Bhengu further said the ANC reiterates its full support for all lawful and constitutional processes that seek to uphold the integrity of the institutions and restore public trust in the state.
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