The deepening crisis surrounding the reinstatement of Richard Mdluli has one positive dimension: the growing role of activists in shaping governance.
The chairperson of Parliament’s portfolio committee on police has questioned the integrity and competence of South African Police Service management.
Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi remains acting police commissioner despite media reports of his imminent resignation.
Acting national police head Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has defended hand-picked appointments, saying the practice may not be fair, but happens worldwide.
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/ 21 December 2011
Presidential adviser Zizi Kodwa is suing the police for R5-million after he was wrongfully arrested for drunk driving on November 11.
Only one general in the unit remains in his job. The police are mum on the reasons, but sources say they are linked to conspiracy or corruption.
In spite of the troubles of his two predecessors, the role of acting police chief does not appear to daunt Major General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
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/ 25 October 2011
Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa says acting national police chief Major General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi must ignore criticism on his temporary appointment.