KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made public allegations of political interference within the South African Police Service (SAPS), specifically implicating Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and suggesting infiltration by crime syndicates. These claims prompted responses from key political figures, including ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, who stated that the party takes the allegations seriously and called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to act with urgency. President Ramaphosa acknowledged the statements and subsequently announced the establishment of a judicial commission of inquiry to investigate the claims. National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola affirmed that routine policing operations would continue and announced the appointment of Major General Solomon Makgatho as Acting Divisional Commissioner for Crime Intelligence to ensure continuity and strengthen strategic operations. The ANC has publicly supported the president's decision to form the commission. Additionally, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi responded to questions regarding alleged corrupt police officials in Gauteng, a province mentioned in Mkhwanazi's allegations. Separately, ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula criticized former president Jacob Zuma, accusing him of being a sellout and condemning his support for Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, a stance the ANC described as disappointing. The ANC is also actively working to regain support in the Western Cape ahead of upcoming local government elections.