Police Minister Senzo Mchunu insists he has never met alleged crime kingpin Vusumuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala.
In a statement released on Wednesday morning, Mchunu said he has never spoken to Matlala nor requested or received anything from him.
Senzo Mchunu insists
The clarity comes days after KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made allegations of a link between Mchunu and Matlala.
Mkhwanazi presented WhatsApp exchanges, which he said were extracted from Matlala’s phone, showing alleged conversations between him and the minister.
Mchunu’s spokesperson, Kamogelo Mokgotsi, said the minister has denied the alleged links.
“The Minister did, however, initiate a review of the SAPS [South African Police Service] tender awarded to him when suspicions of possible wrongdoing surfaced. It was the same tender which has since been terminated.”
In other news – DJ Zinhle celebrates daughter Kairo Forbes’ 10th birthday with heartfelt tribute
DJ Zinhle is marking a major milestone today as her daughter, Kairo Forbes, turns 10. The proud mother took to social media with an emotional tribute celebrating her daughter’s life, reflecting on the past decade with heartfelt words.
“Ten years of wondering how I got so lucky to be your mom,” Zinhle wrote, expressing awe at the joy and purpose Kairo has brought into her life. “I’ve never truly felt deserving of such a beautiful gift – but that’s the thing about God’s favour… it can’t be explained.” Read More