Allegations of deep-rooted police corruption made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi have sparked a heated standoff between Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee and the Madlanga Commission.
The committee, formed in July to investigate Mkhwanazi’s claims, has struggled to coordinate its schedule with the Commission, which is set to hear Mkhwanazi’s testimony on September 17.
The clash escalated when EFF leader Julius Malema called for an immediate subpoena, accusing the committee of dragging its feet and undermining Parliament’s authority. However, the committee rejected the demand, choosing instead to reschedule proceedings in light of broader concerns about systemic corruption within South Africa’s justice system.
Mkhwanazi’s testimony is expected to shed light on alleged misconduct within law enforcement ranks, and both bodies are under pressure to ensure transparency and accountability. The dispute has reignited public debate over institutional integrity and the effectiveness of oversight mechanisms in addressing corruption.
As the Commission prepares for the upcoming hearing, all eyes remain on how Parliament will respond—and whether the truth behind Mkhwanazi’s claims will finally come to light.
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