MK Party Takes Ramaphosa to Court Over Mchunu Special Leave

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The MK Party has dragged President Cyril Ramaphosa to the Constitutional Court over his decision to place Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave and appoint Professor Firoz Cachalia, who isn’t a Cabinet member as acting Police Minister. At the heart of the matter? Explosive claims of political interference by KZN’s top cop, Lt-Gen. Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Legal expert Mpumelelo Zikalala breaks down the arguments.

30 Jul 5PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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