Police Portfolio Committee chairperson welcomes Masemola’s return
Cameron says Masemola's reinstatement comes at a time when the police service is under pressure.
Parliament's Police Portfolio Committee chairperson, Ian Cameron, has expressed his satisfaction with the removal of the precautionary suspension imposed on National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola. Masemola faced suspension in April due to charges under the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). However, President Cyril Ramaphosa lifted the suspension after the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) dropped the charges last month.
Cameron acknowledges that Masemola's reinstatement is timely, considering the police service is facing increased pressure to enhance its performance, address rogue officers, and rebuild public trust. He emphasizes that Masemola must promptly tackle the SAPS' declining performance, leadership vacancies, and public trust deficit, especially in light of the resignation of the former Deputy Police Commissioner, Shadrack Sibiya, creating another crucial vacancy.
Cameron urges against the misuse of the criminal justice system by those responsible for enforcing the law. Masemola is set to return to her position on Monday.
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