Also known as: National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola · General Masemola · National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola · Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola · Fanie Masemola · Suspended national police commissioner Fannie Masemola · General Fannie Masemola
National Police Commissioner facing criminal charges related to alleged role in awarding controversial R360-million police tender in 2024.
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The Namibian
Suspended National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola faces charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act
“Masemola stands accused of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.”
Cat Matlala’s dodgy police tender case separated from top cops, sparking plea deal speculationThe Namibian
Suspended national police commissioner Fannie Masemola is scheduled to appear in Pretoria Magistrates' Court in a case involving a dubiously awarded tender
“Suspended national police commissioner Fannie Masemola is also expected in the dock in a separate case involving a dubiously awarded tender.”
Police generals Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa arrested in illicit precious metals caseThe Namibian
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola faces four charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act
“He faces four charges of contravening the Public Finance Management Act.”
Ramaphosa faces tough choice over crime-accused police chief MasemolaThe Namibian
Masemola suggested he would plead not guilty
“Masemola suggested he would plead not guilty.”
Ramaphosa faces tough choice over crime-accused police chief MasemolaThe Namibian
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola was served a summons ordering him to appear in court on 21 April in connection with the Matlala tender
“Last week, he was served a summons ordering him to appear in court on 21 April in connection with the Matlala tender.”
SAPS suspends police captain for pocketing millions falsely claimed for Ramaphosa protectorsThe Namibian
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola faces criminal charges in the Medicare 24 police contract scandal
“Police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe confirms that National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola will appear in court on 21 April.”
Matlala’s ‘Ozempic girlfriend’ and ‘job terminator’ among 12 cops arrested in R360m tender scandalThe Namibian
General Fannie Masemola was served with a notice to appear in court over alleged role in awarding controversial $21m tender
“General Fannie Masemola "was served with a notice to appear in court" on 21 April over his alleged role in the awarding of a controversial $21m (£15.5m) tender, a police spokesperson said.”
South Africa's police chief to appear in court over controversial health contractThe Namibian
National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola appears to be, based on testimony on Mkhwanazi's side
“National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola and Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo, who headed South Africa's historically beleaguered Crime Intelligence unit, appear to be on Mkhwanazi's side – based on their testimony.”
SA’s ongoing capture — Mkhwanazi’s accusations and the countering charges merge with past state sabotageThe Namibian
Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola testified that Mchunu told him the President agreed the PKTT be disbanded
“On Tuesday, however, Masemola testified that Mchunu subsequently told him that "he [Mchunu] did not understand why we were so adamant that the PKTT must not be disbanded. He said the President was in agreement that the PKTT be disbanded."”
Dithering Ramaphosa may have to testify before policing inquiriesThe Namibian
Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola testified that during his meeting with Ramaphosa on 1 February 2025, the President said he would speak to the minister
“"During this meeting, I mentioned the minister's directive to disband such a successful team, and the President told me that he would speak to the minister," Masemola testified on Monday.”
Dithering Ramaphosa may have to testify before policing inquiriesOrganised crime accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala appeared separately from co-accused senior police officers in Pretoria Magistrate's Court, fueling speculation he may have entered a plea deal with the State. The NPA spokesperson confirmed talks have happened but said a deal is only finalised once a magistrate applies their own mind.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
Organised crime accused Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala appeared separately from co-accused senior police officers in Pretoria Magistrate's Court, fueling speculation he may have entered a plea deal with the State. The NPA spokesperson confirmed talks have happened but said a deal is only finalised once a magistrate applies their own mind.
16 hours ago · The Namibian →
Two high-ranking South African Police Service generals, Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa, have been arrested for alleged illegal dealing and unlawful possession of precious metals. They are among 15 senior police officers scheduled to appear in Gauteng courts this week.
11 May 2026 · The Namibian →
National Coloured Congress leader Fadiel Adams is to appear in Pinetown Magistrates' Court on 7 May on charges of fraud and defeating or obstructing the course of justice, related to his alleged interference in the investigation into former ANC Youth League secretary-general Sindiso Magaqa's 2017 assassination. Adams was arrested on 5 May after allegedly obtaining an affidavit from a murder accused during a prison visit in January 2025.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
President Cyril Ramaphosa must decide whether to suspend or place on leave National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola, who faces criminal charges tied to a dubiously awarded police tender worth R360-million. The decision comes as SAPS fractures over rival claims of cartel infiltration and corruption among senior officers.
23 April 2026 · The Namibian →
A South African Police Service (SAPS) captain attached to the Protection and Security Services has been suspended for allegedly manipulating the police financial system to pocket millions of rands while falsely claiming the money was for transport expenses related to President Ramaphosa's protection detail. The investigation found the funds were not received by the close protectors but were withdrawn in lump sum cash amounts by the officer.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Twelve senior South African Police Service officers, including Brigadier Rachel Matjeng and retired Brigadier Petunia Lenono, have been arrested in connection with a fraudulent R360-million tender awarded to Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's company Medicare 24 Tshwane District in 2024. National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola is also expected to face charges related to the Medicare 24 police contract.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
General Fannie Masemola, head of South Africa's police force, has been served with a notice to appear in court over his alleged role in awarding a controversial $21 million health services tender to a company owned by businessman Vusimuzi Matlala in 2024. A dozen senior police officers have been formally charged with corruption and fraud in connection with the tender, which has since been cancelled.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →