A judicial commission headed by Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga and a Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee are investigating the allegations.

Behind the intense political and legal drama unfolding at these inquiries lie other important questions. One concerns the place of specialised units and task teams in the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) crime investigations. The Political Killings Task Team is one of many in the SAPS Detective Services division.

According to the Task Team and SAPS Crime Intelligence division head, Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo, the team had finalised 191 of 333 ‘political cases’ since it was established in 2018 (see table). Of these, 56 (29%) resulted in guilty verdicts. Altogether, it had secured 106 convictions, a 35% conviction rate for the 296 cases it had finalised. Khumalo said the Task Team had contributed to substantially reducing political killings in KwaZulu-Natal.

While various witnesses before the two inquiries have praised the Task Team for its effectiveness, allegations of abuse and excessive expenditure have been made against it. The dispute surrounding the Task Team highlights broader questions about the place of such teams and specialised investigation units.

The reasons for establishing a dedicated unit or task team could be the importance of the crime problem and the need for specialised skills to investigate it. Probes into politically motivated (and whistleblower) killings are certainly worth prioritising. Failure to protect democratic political activity and the opponents of corruption will enable the capture of state organs by corrupt criminal interests.

But South Africa has multiple crime types that call for prioritisation, including among others, gender-based violence, murder, armed robbery, corruption, online fraud and cybercrime.

In testimony before the Ad Hoc Committee on 16 October, Mchunu sought to refute allegations that he had ordered the closure of the Task Team for improper reasons. He said he was merely implementing a decision – approved by police leadership in June 2019 – for political killings to be investigated by specialised murder and robbery units.

It was not appropriate to privilege the safety of politicians when all people were under threat from crime, he said. ‘You need to make [the] people of South Africa feel safe, not a certain grouping of people called public representatives or councillors.’

In the SAPS, task teams are distinct from specialised units. Units are regarded as permanent structures that respond to persistent problems, whereas task teams aim to ‘stabilise’ temporary hotspots or crime types. Units are permanently resourced while task teams are funded by short-term financial allocations.

In 2024, there were 16 specialised units in the SAPS detective division. In recent years, task teams have been set up to investigate kidnapping, economic infrastructure crimes, illegal mining and extortion. SAPS press statements and media reports suggest there are at least seven local task teams to address the group of three aggravated robberies.

During the 2024 election campaign, political parties called for the establishment or strengthening of units or task teams focusing on various crime types. But SAPS has repeatedly warned about the impact of doing so.

In a 2024 presentation on the detective service, police raised concerns about the sustainability of the ‘persistent drive to establish specialised units.’ A March 2024 SAPS work study, highlighted in Mchunu’s affidavit, expressed concern about the failure to consider ‘the gap left’ at police stations when task teams are set up. It also highlighted overlapping mandates among different task teams and units.

While many specialised units and task teams have been created, the SAPS’ detective function more broadly has been neglected. SAPS employs only 18 000 detectives, although current recruitment is intended to add over 4 000 more.

Alongside these ‘general’ detectives is the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), an autonomous entity within SAPS. Its core mandate is to investigate serious corruption, organised and commercial crime. It too is understaffed and needs about double its personnel.

The current SAPS ‘detection rate’ – the percentage of cases in which suspects are arrested and charged – is a meagre 11% for murder. The conviction rate is even lower. Many detectives are overwhelmed by their caseloads, with some carrying 200 dockets or more. Countless serious crimes do not receive focused investigative attention, meaning the criminal justice system has little chance of serving as a convincing deterrent.

It is reassuring that the government, through its partnership with business, is now giving focused attention to strengthening the overall detective service. The initiative, which started in 2023, involves boosting South Africa’s response to challenges in the fields of energy, transport and logistics, crime and corruption. Before this, there had been no sustained investment in strengthening the detective service.

Testimony at the Madlanga Commission about alleged links between organised crime bosses and senior personnel in DPCI and SAPS specialised units is very worrying.

Task teams focused on specific crimes are at best a stopgap measure. More comprehensive measures are needed to establish a police and justice system trusted for its integrity and respected for reducing overall levels of murder, rape and other serious crimes.

Written by David Bruce, Independent Researcher and ISS Consultant.

Republished with permission from ISS Africa. The original article can be found here.

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Transport MEC Siboniso Duma unveiled the recruitment drive aimed at strengthening the province’s Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI).

He said the department plans to recruit 278 traffic officers, including one Control Provincial Inspector, 10 Senior Provincial Inspectors, 67 Provincial Inspectors, and 200 Trainee Provincial Inspectors.

According to Duma, the initiative forms part of the province’s Zero Tolerance – No Nonsense Alufakwa campaign, which aims to foster a culture of responsible behaviour on the road by targeting motorists who drink and drive.

Duma noted that reckless and negligent driving remain a serious concern, with more than 160 motorists arrested in August alone for driving under the influence. The arrests include a senior public prosecutor, two police officers and a correctional services official, among others.

“It is very disappointing that civil servants tasked with the responsibility to enforce the law and uphold it were caught breaking it,” Duma said.

He confirmed that the case involving the senior prosecutor has been formally enrolled in court, with proceedings postponed to October 2025, pending the outcome of forensic blood test results.

“The arrest of a senior public prosecutor — someone entrusted with the responsibility of upholding the law — strikes at the very heart of the justice system and is viewed by this department with the utmost seriousness. We expect that the matter will be handled with transparency, integrity, and in full accordance with the law,” Duma said.

He said his department, in collaboration with the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster, is actively monitoring this case and other cases involving law enforcement officers.

“These developments have been formally raised for discussion within the Cluster to strengthen oversight and accountability mechanisms across the criminal justice value chain. We remain resolute in our mandate to rid our roads of reckless and intoxicated drivers, regardless of rank or profession,” Duma said.

The MEC also commended RTI officers and stakeholders for their continued vigilance and dedication in protecting the lives of innocent citizens, despite limited resources.

“The safety of all road users remains our top priority.”

Application Process

Applications for traffic officer posts may be hand-delivered to the Department of Transport at Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg, or couriered to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Human Resource Administration Directorate, Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.

Applicants are also encouraged to apply online via the KZN e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.

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The allegations will soon be the subject of inquiries by the Madlanga Commission and a Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee. Hopefully, both will uncover considerable details about the alleged crimes highlighted.

Mkhwanazi’s briefing spotlighted a written instruction by then police minister Senzo Mchunu on 31 December 2024, for the Political Killings Task Team to immediately be shut down.

He implied that the directive was intended to obstruct the investigation of criminal networks that enjoy the protection of corrupt politicians and are potentially linked to the murder of whistleblowers. Mkhwanazi appeared to assert that senior police were also complicit in preventing further investigation of these cases.

His allegations raise questions about whether Mchunu acted reasonably and justifiably in ordering the task team’s closure, or had improper motives.

It is widely believed that Mchunu’s instruction constituted unlawful interference in South African Police Service (SAPS) operational matters. However the boundary between operations and policy is not always clear. Indeed Section 207(2) of the country’s constitution authorises the minister to issue ‘directions’ to the SAPS national commissioner, with no explicit limit on what these may provide.

It is also likely that, over the years, ministerial and other political influence has frequently been brought to bear on police operational decision making.

Whether Mchunu’s order to close the task team constituted inappropriate interference is likely to be debated at both inquiries. But the more important question is whether the former minister’s motives were improper. His written instruction sheds little light on the matter, stating simply that the team is ‘no longer required nor is it adding any value to policing in South Africa.’

In many parts of South Africa, political power is exercised corruptly to secure access to state financial resources. However, it is in KwaZulu-Natal that lethal violence is most likely to be mobilised to advance corrupt political interests. Political killings in the province are facilitated by the fact that it is the primary source of izinkabi (hitmen) in South Africa.

The contamination of state institutions by political factional rivalries extends into the police. According to the 2018 report of the Moerane Commission on political murders in KwaZulu-Natal, ‘state institutions, particularly security institutions, are being manipulated by politicians.

For most of the past 17 years, South Africa’s police minister has been from KwaZulu-Natal. No police minister is known to have tried to limit political influence on the police.

The task team may have been contaminated by political influence since its inception. It was established in 2016 under Nathi Nhleko, who was appointed police minister by former president Jacob Zuma in 2014. The Zuma administration engaged in overt manipulation of the criminal justice system.

A second iteration of the task team was launched in July 2018 under the watch of an Inter-Ministerial Committee. But in practice, Bheki Cele, an influential KwaZulu-Natal politician appointed police minister in February 2018, was the committee’s only public representative. He said the task team would incorporate assistance from the National Prosecuting Authority and other state agencies.

Though the task team has a reputation for effectiveness, its impact on political killings is unclear. The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime reported 15 political killings in KwaZulu-Natal in 2021 and 21 in 2022 – constituting at least 50% of the national total in both years. In 2023, 61% of the country’s 31 political killings happened in KwaZulu-Natal.

Cele provided figures for the task team’s arrests and convictions at various press briefings. To show effectiveness, investigative units tend to pursue cases that are ‘easy wins’, and the task team is likely to have done the same. As a result, the masterminds who recruited the izinkabi may have received less investigative attention.

A further question is whether the task team selected cases based on political considerations or other irregular motives.

If Mchunu had reasonable justification for his instruction, this may have originated in his own knowledge of the interface between policing and politics in the province. It may also have been influenced by an October 2024 submission from KwaZulu-Natal academic and violence monitor, Mary de Haas.

She appealed to Mchunu to disband the task team, referring to allegations of political manipulation, malicious arrest and prosecution of law enforcement officials refusing to participate in improper investigations.

Before taking the top policing job in KwaZulu-Natal in 2021, Mkhwanazi served as acting provincial commissioner from May 2018 to July 2019. He is unique among senior SAPS leaders for having openly resisted political interference.

In 2012, as acting SAPS national commissioner, he resisted political pressure from then police minister Nathi Mthethwa to withdraw the suspension of Richard Mdluli and reinstate him as head of crime intelligence. Mdluli was suspected of serious criminal offences, and has subsequently been convicted for some of them.

But since becoming KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, it is unclear whether Mkhwanazi has taken steps to ensure the task team’s impartiality and integrity. The relationship between Mchunu and Mkhwanazi appears to have been marked by acrimony and distrust; it is unclear why.

Police Minister Firoz Cachalia and SAPS National Commissioner Fannie Masemola said last week that the investigation of political killings and other assassinations, including those of whistleblowers, was important for addressing corruption and organised crime. Hopefully, improved investigation of such killings will be among the outcomes of the two forthcoming inquiries.

In assessing Mchunu’s instruction to shut down the task team, both inquiries will need to examine whether it effectively investigated political killings or used its powers selectively and inappropriately.

Written by David Bruce, Independent Researcher and ISS Consultant.

Republished with permission from ISS Africa. The original article can be found here.

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This initiative is part of the Department of Community Safety and Liaison’s ongoing efforts to enhance police visibility, boost response capacity, and deliver measurable crime prevention outcomes in known hotspot areas.

The mobile units will be stationed in Inanda, Mbonambi, Bulwer, and Makhutha — areas that have consistently reported high levels of criminal activity.

The mobile units were handed over this week to the police stations by Ntuli, in his capacity as the executive authority for the department of Community Safety and Liaison

“We want to see crime prevention interventions that yield real, measurable results. These mobile police stations will close the gap in service delivery and help restore community confidence in law enforcement,” Ntuli said.

Equipped with modern operational technology, the mobile units will serve as fully functional on-site police contact point, allowing community members to report crimes, access essential police services, and engage directly with South African Police Service (SAPS) officers — all within their own neighbourhoods.

The handover of mobile stations follows the department’s 2024 fleet investment, which saw the delivery of 36 new patrol vehicles to the SAPS to address persistent challenges related to the shortage of crime-fighting resources in rural and high-density communities.

“We are working around the clock to ensure that community safety structures are operational, resourced, and active in supporting the work of SAPS. It is only through this integrated approach that we will turn the tide against crime,” Ntuli said.

The Premier also called on the private sector to partner with government by providing financial and material support to voluntary crime-fighting structures like neighbourhood watches, street committees, and community policing forums.

“These brave men and women are on the frontlines every day. With more funding and training, they can do even more to safeguard our streets and support law enforcement efforts,” he said.

The rollout of mobile police stations forms part of a growing portfolio of proactive safety interventions by the provincial government to build safer, more secure, and resilient communities throughout KwaZulu-Natal.

The Department of Community Safety and Liaison reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships between communities, SAPS, and other key stakeholders to foster a safer KwaZulu-Natal.

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The committee is empowered by National Assembly Rule 253 and was established following the allegations made by General Mkhwanazi. Mr Lekganyane said in his opening remarks that the matters before the committee are of grave concern to South Africa. “Wherever there would have been unscrupulous activities, South Africans would want us to rise to the occasion and unearth it,” said the Chairperson.

The committee is tasked to investigate the veracity and implications of all the allegations made by Gen Mkhwanazi about organs of state and criminal syndicates operating in the country, emphasised Mr Lekganyane.

In its first meeting, the committee agreed that the draft terms of reference guiding its work should be finalised by Friday. Members of the committee will have an opportunity to make input into the terms of reference before that date. The committee also directed the Parliament Legal Services to ensure that all aspects relating to the process and rights of citizens are protected.

Mr Lekganyane said the role of the committee is to unearth the truth about the allegations and to provide a way forward for Parliament. The committee will meet next week to further discuss its terms of reference and programme.

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Led by the Provincial Commissioners of each province, Operation Shanela continues to yield significant results in addressing crime across South Africa. In just the past week, a total of 1 743 wanted suspects were arrested, with charges ranging from murder and attempted murder to rape and robbery. Among these, 142 individuals were arrested for murder, with the highest number of arrests recorded in the Eastern Cape. 81 suspects were arrested for attempted murder, and 241 individuals were arrested for rape, with KwaZulu-Natal making up nearly of these arrests, with 119 suspects apprehended. Additionally, 1 646 people were arrested for assault GBH (Grievous Bodily Harm), and 473 individuals were arrested for drug dealing. A further 1 337 people were apprehended for being in possession of illegal drugs, with a significant number of these arrests taking place in the Western Cape. Moreover, 126 suspects were arrested for illegal possession of firearms, with KwaZulu-Natal again leading in this category. The operations also resulted in the arrest of 1 166 illegal foreign nationals and 873 drivers arrested for driving under the influence.

SAPS also reported impressive successes in firearm and vehicle recoveries. During the past week, 125 firearms were confiscated, alongside 752 rounds of ammunition, and 51 stolen vehicles were recovered.

In terms of major takedowns, a police operation in Mpumalanga led to the arrest of two suspects involved in a double murder in Ermelo. A specialized team re-arrested Lovemore Musoyi, a dangerous fugitive wanted for multiple serious crimes across various provinces. In Gauteng, a joint operation resulted in the seizure of counterfeit goods worth R627,290 in Midrand, while the Western Cape’s Anti-Gang Unit made a significant arrest of a man found in possession of an AK47 assault rifle and ammunition. In North West, five suspects were arrested in connection with the kidnapping and murder of Lesego Klaas Makaku in Hartebeespoortdam. Meanwhile, 54 illegal miners were arrested in Mpumalanga, with ongoing operations being conducted in Stilfontein.

Other notable incidents included a shootout in Barberton, Mpumalanga, where suspects involved in a house robbery were confronted by the police, resulting in the death of one suspect and the arrest of another. The suspects had earlier held a family, including a nine-month-old baby, hostage before robbing them and fleeing in the family’s vehicle.

SAPS is committed to continuing its operations and asserting the authority of the state in ensuring the safety and security of all South Africans and visitors to the country. With high-density operations like Operation Shanela and task forces such as Operation Vala Umgodi, SAPS remains focused on tackling crime head-on, from violent crimes to illegal mining, and upholding public safety throughout the nation.

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The distribution of licensed firearms among private security companies varies considerably by province. Gauteng, the economic hub of South Africa, holds the highest share, with a staggering 77 089 firearms. KwaZulu-Natal follows with 26 792, while Limpopo reported over 8,000 firearms in the possession of private security firms. In contrast, provinces like the Northern Cape and Free State have fewer firearms, with the Northern Cape reporting just 210 licensed firearms.

Private security companies are permitted to acquire firearms under the South African Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act No. 60 of 2000). According to Section 20(1)(a) of the Act, security companies may be licensed to purchase any firearm, provided it is not classified as a prohibited firearm. This provision allows private security firms a broad selection of weapons to meet the diverse needs of protecting individuals and property.

In response to concerns about the potential misuse of firearms by private security companies, the Minister of Police confirmed that, as of the latest update, no security company has been flagged for purchasing unauthorized firearms. This suggests that the regulatory framework surrounding firearm licensing and purchases for security companies is being adhered to, at least in this regard.

However, not all aspects of firearm management within the private security sector are positive. A worrying trend is the number of firearms reported lost or stolen. In the 2023/24 financial year, a total of 1 648 firearms were reported as either lost or stolen by security companies. This number continues to rise, with 847 firearms reported lost or stolen in the first half of the 2024/25 financial year. This is a matter of concern, as lost or stolen firearms can easily end up in the wrong hands, posing a potential public safety risk.

The loss of firearms underscores the importance of stringent controls and oversight in the security sector, particularly regarding the safekeeping of firearms and the investigation of any incidents of theft or misplacement.

The substantial number of firearms in the hands of private security companies across South Africa highlights the critical role these firms play in the country’s security landscape. However, concerns regarding firearm losses and the potential for misuse or criminal activity are not negligible. While no companies have been flagged for unauthorized purchases, the reported losses reflect ongoing challenges in ensuring the secure handling of firearms.

With a total of 126 529 firearms licensed to private security companies, the need for robust oversight and accountability remains pressing, particularly given the increasing number of firearms reported as lost or stolen. As South Africa continues to grapple with high levels of crime, the role of private security companies and their firearms will remain under scrutiny.

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Led by Provincial Commissioners in each region, the operation resulted in significant arrests, including 2733 wanted suspects, 125 for murder, 116 for attempted murder, and 227 for rape, with KwaZulu-Natal having the highest number of arrests for rape. In addition, 1840 people were arrested for assault, 216 for drug dealing, and 1486 for drug possession, while 90 were arrested for illegal possession of firearms. The operation also led to the arrest of 1137 illegal foreign nationals and 421 people for drunk driving.

Further successes included the recovery of 101 firearms, 4053 rounds of ammunition, and 83 hijacked or stolen vehicles. Notable incidents included a police operation in Free State that led to the arrest of a suspect with military-grade ammunition and explosives, as well as a foiled cash-in-transit robbery in Gauteng where three suspects were killed and seven firearms seized. The operation also saw significant efforts in combating stock theft in the Eastern Cape and a successful takedown related to ATM bombings in Limpopo.

In the ongoing Operation Vala Umgodi, aimed at tackling illegal mining, 147 miners were arrested, with notable operations in Limpopo and the Northern Cape resulting in the seizure of illegal diamonds. Additionally, a factory producing counterfeit hair products was discovered in KwaZulu-Natal, leading to two arrests.

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Asking for further information on suspects killed by police, Democratic Alliance (DA) public representative for the province Mzamo Billy told Mchunu “at least 31” died in the three month, three week period between 1 May and 16 August this year.

The ministerial answer for the 30 July 2023-30 July 2024 period was 107 with one policeman arrested in connection with “the killings”.

In the first six months of this year, the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) registered 83 suspects killed by the police in KZN.

Since 2012, between 353 and 436 people have been killed by police every year across the country, and KZN accounts for between 22% and 40% of these. Last year, 142 people were killed by police in KZN. Back in 2020 they killed 104.

South African Police Service (SAPS) National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola recently noted concerns over the “number of suspects that have been shot and killed by police in KwaZulu-Natal in recent months,” and warned criminals to surrender when called on to do so by police.

The National Commissioner warned criminals that police will continue to use force that is proportional to the threat when they are defending themselves and the communities they serve.

Seeking to provide clarity, General Masemola noted “our mandate as the SAPS is to bring perpetrators to justice by arresting them, but quite often in pursuit of arresting these often dangerous and heavily armed criminals, our police officers are more than often met with heavy gunfire and that leaves our officers with no option but to defend themselves and the communities that they serve.”

The Commissioner urged criminals to surrender when called to do so, saying “when criminals fire with live ammunition, we have no choice but to defend ourselves and the communities that we serve.” However, he stated police will continue to maintain “force that is proportional to the threat.”

Policing expert Johan Burger told TimesLive that police are constitutionally obliged to do what is necessary to combat crime, including identifying and arresting criminals. “Police have no choice because on the one hand, they also have to protect themselves and other innocent people who may be in the vicinity, and second, the police have the constitutional obligation to arrest those criminals.”

However, he said the number of incidents raises questions and noted that the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) is obliged to investigate all incidents where suspects are killed to see if police acted appropriately.

“KZN does stand out for the higher level of police shooting of suspects we have seen in recent years,” Criminologist Dr Guy Lamb told TimesLive. This is compounded by a huge number of illegal firearms in circulation which makes policing very dangerous. “KZN does stand out in comparison with other provinces,” he said, indicating police in KZN are more prone to fire at criminals.

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Madhumathie Bunwarie, 62, was killed on Sunday 29 September when a car battery was thrown from a bridge and struck the car she was travelling in on the N3, near the Pavilion Shopping Centre. The car battery reportedly crashed through the windscreen, hitting Bunwarie on the head.

At the time of the incident, Bunwarie and her family were returning to Pietermaritzburg after attending a funeral in Durban.

“This appalling act of mischief and criminal recklessness has not only robbed a family of a beloved mother, but it has shaken the entire KwaZulu-Natal community. We cannot, and will not, tolerate such inhumane and cowardly behaviour that brings untold pain and trauma to innocent people,” Ntuli said.

Ntuli extended his condolences to the Bunwarie family and their loved ones. “No words can ease the grief they are feeling but as a province, we mourn with them and promise to act,” Ntuli said.

The Premier has called on law enforcement agencies to intensify efforts to apprehend the individuals responsible for the heinous act.

He stressed the need for justice, not only for Bunwarie but for all victims of violence and reckless criminality in the province.

“I have instructed the Department of Community Safety and Liaison to work closely with the South African Police Service (SAPS) to increase police visibility and patrols in high-risk areas, particularly near bridges along major highways. We must ensure that incidents like this are prevented at all costs.

“The safety of our people is non-negotiable. Additional security measures, including the installation of surveillance cameras and heightened monitoring of bridges, will be explored urgently to deter such cowardly acts of violence,” Ntuli said.

Ntuli further urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement without delay.

Riona Gokool, Democratic Alliance (DA) KwaZulu-Natal Spokesperson on Transport welcomed Ntuli’s commitment to exploring additional security measures – including the installation of surveillance cameras and heightened monitoring of bridges.

“The DA is extremely concerned that such horrific acts of violence are still continuing years later, with no real intervention from authorities. First, we saw the throwing of rocks at vehicles on major routes and now car batteries are being used to cause death and destruction. This lawlessness is a clear indication that criminals have no fear of police services or the consequences of breaking the law. Their despicable actions are also a shocking indication of the lack of respect for other lives,” the party said.

The DA called on the Premier to make good on the promises made during his budget speech earlier this year, including tackling crime more robustly.

“We further call on him to increase the visibility of Metro Police, the South African Police Service (SAPS) and KZN’s Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) at all hot-spots in our province. He must also ensure that authorities strictly enforce the law and make swift arrests that lead to the successful prosecution of perpetrators. The people of our province must be able to move freely without fear while innocent lives cannot continue to be lost due to heinous crimes,” Gokool concluded.

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