- The South African Police Service (SAPS) will investigate allegations against National Police Commissioner General Fanny Masemola
- Suspended Mpumalanga provincial commissioner general Daphne Manamela made explosive allegations during a media briefing
- They accused him of accepting bribes from a top executive of one of South Africa's biggest football clubs
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Gauteng-the South African Police Service (SAPS) is investigating allegations that National Police Commissioner General Fanny Masemola took millions in bribes from a top football club official. This was according to suspended Mpumalanga Provincial Commissioner General Daphne Manmela.
according to Newsroom AfricaSAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the SAPS had noted Manamela's allegations, which cannot be taken lightly. He said that any allegation of wrongdoing, misconduct or interference in any criminal, political or organizational matter is taken extremely seriously. However, cases raised should be subjected to appropriate investigative procedures to establish the facts.
“Where necessary, independent oversight bodies or the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry may be involved to ensure fairness and public confidence in the process. The due process must be allowed to take its course,” he said.
What did Manamela say about Fanny Masemola?
Manamela held a press conference on 19 April 2026 and alleged that businessman and football administrator Bobby Motaung paid a bribe of R5 million to Masemola and Major General Botsotso Moukangwe. Motaung allegedly bribed them to ensure that Manamela did not return to his post or investigate Motaung for fraud and corruption.
Manamela alleged that Motaung and two others were arrested on fraud charges relating to the Mbombela Stadium tender. However, the docket was reportedly taken when Brigadier Mozella booked it. He said Colonel Moloko also allegedly took the docket.
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What did the South African say?
Citizens who interacted on the exchange insisted on explosive allegations.
Master said:
“Dear Cyril Ramaphosa, please expand Madlanga's reach. It should also reach the Western Cape. There is no way gangs like this can flourish without attention.”
Ka Mageba commented:
“Those who are saying there will be a counter-fight are deceitful. In how many instances has Masemola been cited in criminality?”
technology Was sad.
“We need evidence and then charge him with being an accomplice. Why would you sit on a crime and not take action on it until you are suspended?”
Pali said:
“He should also be charged with defeating the ends of justice.”
Landry observed:
“She will not go to Madlanga. Remember, she will be asked about her suspension.”
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