The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has opened a criminal case against Minister Senzo Mchunu and Major-General Shadrack Sibiya at the Brooklyn Police Station in Pretoria, accusing them of perjury.
The charges stem from allegations that Mchunu misled Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on March 5, claiming that instructions to disband a specialized police unit came from the National Commissioner. However, the National Commissioner later denied any knowledge of the decision.
A spokesperson for the MK Party stated that newly uncovered evidence, including a letter from Mchunu, contradicts his earlier testimony. “The minister lied to us as members of the Portfolio Committee,” the spokesperson said. “He claimed the directive came from the National Commissioner, but now we see a letter where he admits he personally disbanded the task force.”
The case also implicates Major-General Sibiya, with the MK Party alleging his involvement in unlawful surveillance activities. “How can the minister authorize the downloading of cell phone data without proper legal grounds?” the spokesperson questioned. “These actions must be tested by all means possible.”
The MK Party has vowed to pursue legal action, asserting that both officials must be held accountable. Authorities have confirmed receipt of the complaint, and investigations are expected to proceed.
This development adds to growing scrutiny over government accountability and transparency in South Africa’s law enforcement operations.
