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Madlanga Commission Bombshell: Ramaphosa OK’d Disbanding of Political Killings Task Team, Says Masemola

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In a stunning twist at the Madlanga Commission, National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola revealed that Minister Senzo Mchunu claimed President Cyril Ramaphosa supported the immediate disbanding of the elite unit probing political assassinations. Masemola said he was shocked by the claim – especially since it was Ramaphosa himself who initially backed the team’s formation and praised its work. Govan Whittles unpacks this explosive testimony with Tebogo Khaas, Chairperson of Public Interest SA.
23 Sep 2025 5PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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