Johannesburg – The Public Servants Association (PSA) is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to fire corruption-accused Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.
Just hours ahead of the much-anticipated address tonight by President Ramaphosa on what action he is taking regarding the allegations made by the KwaZulu-Natal South African Police Service (SAPS) Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkwanazi.
In an unprecedented move a week ago Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi publicly accused Police Minister Mchunu of being linked to a criminal syndicate and interfering with high-profile investigations.
The minister denied the “wild allegations” prompting President Ramaphosa, who was away attending the BRICS summit in Brazil, to call for an end to the public spat and insisted that he would issue a resolution to the matter.
President Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation on this matter at 7 pm tonight, Sunday 13 July 2025.
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The union said, like millions of South Africans, it was waiting with keen interest for this evening’s address by the President regarding the alleged corrupt activities within SAPS.
In a statement made available to The Bulrushes, the PSA called for “the immediate removal of the Minister of Police, as the nation has lost confidence in the Minister’s ability to effectively lead and ensure the safety and security of the nation”.
The statement added: “This call is based on a series of failures that have compromised public trust and endangered lives, not forgetting the White River 95 Libyan illegal military training camp, which, to date, the nation remains uninformed by the Police.
“The recent revelations by the KZN Police Commissioner and his poor attempt to respond by spinning more lies are pathetic, to say the least.
“The allegations are so serious and the call for immediate and decisive action, although the PSA believes in the principle of innocent until proven guilty, the prima facie evidence provides that the Minister is unfit to hold the position.”
The PSA said it was not only calling for the removal of the Minister but also for a thorough investigation into the allegations raised by the Provincial Commissioner, to ensure that those found to be on the wrong side of the law face the full wrath of the law.
The union further cautioned President Ramaphosa not to yield to the pressure of the illogical call by some to suspend Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi.
“Such a move will be a travesty of justice and disregard of the Whistleblowers Act, which will set a bad precedent that will not only discourage whistleblowers from coming forward but will create fertile ground for corruption,” the PSA said.
“The President must redeem himself today to demonstrate that he has the country’s and its citizens’ interests at heart and would not allow the critical Police department to be under the leadership of a man whose credibility and integrity are questionable.”
The PSA said South Africans had not forgotten the tragic murder of Babita Deokoran for exposing the R1 billion-rand corruption at Tembisa Hospital.
“The hospital that is a shadow of its former self, although the government did not do much, as those behind this massive looting are still walking on the streets,” the PSA said.
“The President has the opportunity today to redeem himself and show the country that, like everyone, he is tired of corruption, criminality and lawlessness and cannot allow such to perpetuate on his watch.
“Anything other than firing the Minister of Police would be dismal and would send the message to the country that the President is incapable of leading this country.
“It must be noted that any attempt to intimidate or harm General Mkhwanazi will be met with fierce resistance from the PSA. The PSA stands firm in its commitment to uphold justice and integrity within law enforcement agencies.”
The PSA demanded “immediate action” to restore public confidence and ensure the safety of all citizens.
“If the President is serious about rooting out corruption and poor performance, he must seriously consider reshuffling his cabinet and removing all those Ministers who have been allegedly involved in corruption and those incapable of leading their portfolios as Ministers,” the PSA said.
“It is time for the President to act decisively on behalf of the citizens’ interests and rights and put political expedience last.”
