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The Democratic Alliance (DA) is demanding the precautionary suspension of National Police Commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola following allegations linked to a cancelled R360 million health tender awarded to a company owned by Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala. The tender was cancelled due to irregularities. Masemola is scheduled to appear in court on April 21. The DA argues that a suspension is necessary to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation and restore public trust in the police service, highlighting a pattern of leadership instability within the SAPS.
National police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola. File photo.The DA has called for the precautionary suspension of national police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola following arelated to a R360m SAPS health tender awarded to tenderpreneur Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala.
The tender, granted to Matlala’s company, Medicare24 Tshwane District, in 2024, was later cancelled after investigations revealed multiple irregularities. Police spokesperson Brig Athlenda Mathe confirmed that the summons had been served and that the top cop is scheduled to appear in court on April 21. DA MP Lisa Schickerling expressed concern over the allegations, arguing that a suspension is necessary to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation. “We call for Masemola to be placed on precautionary suspension — just as he did with Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya — while this matter is before the court,” Schickerling said. She highlighted that Masemola is not the first national commissioner to face such legal challenges, noting a recurring pattern of leadership instability. South Africans cannot be expected to have confidence in a police service where those entrusted with upholding the law are themselves accused of breaking it“This latest development strikes at the heart of public trust in the South African Police Service.” Schickerling reiterated that action must be taken regardless of rank to stabilise the institution and restore its integrity. The case stems from an investigation by the Investigative Directorate Against Corruption, which has already led to the of Matlala, 12 high-ranking police officials and a company director. The group faces multiple charges, including fraud and corruption, money-laundering and violations of the Public Finance Management Act.“South Africans cannot be expected to have confidence in a police service where those entrusted with upholding the law are themselves accused of breaking it,” she said. President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed he will address the developments involving Masemola. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya told the president may appoint an acting commissioner if necessary, pending legal outcomes and a formal determination of any wrongdoing.
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