Suspended Mpumalanga police commissioner Daphney Semakaleng Manamela has made serious allegations against former police minister Bheki Cele, claiming there was political interference in policing operations.
Claims of Interference
Semakaleng alleges that interference extended to investigations involving politically linked killings in Mpumalanga, where concerns around organised crime and assassination-related cases have been raised in recent years.
Her comments suggest that certain policing decisions may have been influenced externally, impacting the handling of sensitive investigations.
Under Scrutiny Herself
Despite her allegations, Semakaleng is currently under suspension and facing internal processes related to her own conduct and leadership within the police service.
Her position has placed her at the centre of both accusations and institutional review, adding further complexity to the matter.
No Formal Findings Yet
The allegations made by Semakaleng have not been tested in court or any formal parliamentary inquiry, and remain unproven at this stage.
Authorities have not yet issued a detailed public response to her latest claims.
