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eNCA
06-07-2025
- Politics
- eNCA
Mchunu says allegations levelled against him by Mkhwanazi are baseless
DURBAN - KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has made explosive allegations against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu accusing him of political interference in key investigations in a media briefing on Sunday. He revealed that evidence found on the phone of accused underworld figure Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala links the minister to unauthorised communications through an associate, Brown Mogotsi. Mkhwanazi says Matlala, who was arrested in May for attempted murder, had been awarded a R360 million police contract. The Minister of Police responded to the allegations with a statement, released on social media reading: "The Minister of Police, Mr Senzo Mchunu, in his capacity as a member of the National Executive Committee of the African National Congress, has been on a campaign trail this weekend in Vryheid, KZN, ahead of the by-elections on the 16th of July 2025." "The Minister has been engaging a number of community groupings, including Izinduna, community organisations and commercial farmers, discussing measures aimed at tackling the rampant crime affecting them, inclusive of stock theft." "Whilst still busy with these engagements, the Minister was made aware of today's media briefing called by the KwaZulu Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, making a number of wild allegations and claims on a variety of issues." "The Minister of Police will never allow his integrity, that of the Ministry or the SAPS at large to be undermined by insinuations made without evidence or due processes, from anyone, including Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi. We will be reviewing the Provincial Commissioner's statements and consider appropriate action." "All these statements made by him in public require an urgent, thorough and transparent investigation, on a proper platform." "The Minister of Police remains committed to upholding the rule of law, ensuring accountability within the SAPS, and serving the people of South Africa with integrity. And most importantly, the Minister remains committed to the task at hand, and that is to reduce the high murder rate,reduce high availability of illegal firearms, tackle drug trafficking and syndicates and GBV+F throughout the country, with a specific focus on the four provinces with high levels of crime, namely: KZN, Gauteng, the Eastern Cape and Western Cape."
IOL News
04-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Amakhosi Legacy Plan rolls out medical aid and pension perks for traditional leaders
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, unveiled the Amakhosi Legacy Plan, where all KwaZulu-Natal Amakhosi will gain access to Medical Aid, a Pension Fund, and investments. Image: Supplied In a landmark development for traditional leadership in KwaZulu-Natal, a new initiative aimed at uplifting Amakhosi was unveiled this week. The 'Amakhosi Legacy Plan' is set to transform the way traditional leaders function within society by prioritising their welfare with benefits akin to those enjoyed by Members of Parliament and Councillors. The launch was officiated by Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), who highlighted the significance of this initiative during a gathering at the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders. 'This initiative aims to provide Amakhosi with peace of mind, ensuring they can build a lasting legacy for their families and retire securely,' MEC Buthelezi stated, underlining the plan's focus on security and dignity for traditional leaders and their families. Under the Amakhosi Legacy Plan, all Amakhosi in the province will benefit from access to essential services including Medical Aid, a Pension Fund, and various investment opportunities. This comprehensive programme is crafted to ensure that traditional leaders receive the necessary support throughout their lives, with a strong emphasis on providing security even after retirement. Buthelezi further mentioned that this ambitious programme is not just for the Amakhosi; the rollout will subsequently extend to Traditional Council Secretaries and Izinduna, thereby encompassing a broader spectrum of traditional leadership across KwaZulu-Natal. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Chairperson for the KZN Provincial House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders, Inkosi Sifiso Shinga, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the MEC on behalf of the Amakhosi. He described the unveiling of the Amakhosi Legacy Plan as a significant breakthrough for the community of traditional leaders, reflecting a noticeable change since Buthelezi's appointment. 'We have seen tangible improvements and a series of practical programmes aimed at uplifting and empowering Amakhosi,' he noted appreciatively. During the event, MEC Buthelezi also introduced representatives from Standard Bank, the financial institution facilitating these essential packages. He took the opportunity to thank the bank's management and staff for their commitment to developing suitable products tailored to the needs of the Amakhosi. In addition to this monumental plan, MEC Buthelezi concluded the meeting by distributing laptops, printers, and data cards to Amakhosi participating in the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Programme. This educational initiative aims to enhance their skills in Leadership, Governance, and Administration—further empowering traditional leaders to fulfil their roles more effectively. IOL
IOL News
19-05-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Phumlani Mfeka's returns to the MK Party spark talk of leadership shake-up
The leader of INjeje YabeNguni Council, Induna Phumlani Mfeka, rejoined the fold of the MK Party. Image: Supplied THE return of Phumlani Mfeka to the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) has reignited speculations of a possible reshuffle in the party's key structures – including its highest National High Command (NHC). The outspoken leader of the cultural lobby group INjeje YabeNguni Council, made a U-turn after dumping the party in February, making serious allegations against some senior party leaders and the alleged sidelining of the core constituency, which was traditional leaders, including Izinduna and Amakhosi. The decision to return to MKP, which Mfeka once served as its member of the provincial legislature (MPL) in KwaZulu-Natal, came after a meeting with the party leader and former president Jacob Zuma in his Nkandla homestead, on Sunday. During his candid interview with the Daily News on Monday, Mfeka described what he dubbed his homecoming as 'heartwarming and uplifting'. 'My decision to return home has long been coming. There have been many meetings between myself and some party leaders who wanted me back into the fold. It feels good to be home once again,' he said. 'I have received a lot of messages from many people inside the party who have expressed their happiness at my return to the party,' said Mfeka. Mfeka, who is deep-rooted in culture, vowed to continue his internal fight against the sidelining of the traditional leaders in the MKP. 'I am very confident the issue of the sidelining of the traditional leaders in the MKP will be fixed. That is my core constituency and I will continue to fight against any plans to sidelining it,' remarked Mfeka. 'I am just an ordinary member of the party, at this stage,' he said. Mfeka was among the people who publicly spoke out against the alleged MKP's takeover by people who had joined the party after the May elections. This, they alleged, was a ploy hatched by the EFF led by Julius Malema to destroy the MKP from within. This is after the party raked in 58 seats in the National Assembly, which has 400, and 37 in the KZN provincial legislature, with 80 seats. This is the same view held by Zuma's daughter Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, who once nicknamed the group oMafikizolo, which when loosely translated means late bloomers. Among the EFF members who crossed the political floor was Floyd Shivambu, who is currently occupying the powerful secretary-general position. Other notable names who ditched the EFF for the MKP, were Advocate Dali Mpofu, former Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane and Mzwanele Manyi. Mfeka told the Daily News that as he rejoined the MKP, his focus will be to work to attract more voters to the party ahead of the local government elections which will happen next year. He expressed deep and unwavering support for the party and Zuma. 'MK Party is my home. I still wish the best for the best and for our president Nxamalala (Zuma's clan name).' DAILY NEWS
