The move follows explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, implicating Mchunu and other top police officials in alleged criminal activity.

In a letter of demand sent to the Presidency, the EFF’s legal representatives are challenging the legality of Ramaphosa’s decision. The party argues that Section 91(2) of the Constitution, which outlines the powers of the President regarding cabinet Ministers, does not give him the authority to place a minister on a “leave of absence.” They assert that the failure to dismiss Mchunu outright is unlawful.

The letter includes several demands, including disclosure of the specific legal provisions the President relied on to justify placing Mchunu on special leave, a detailed explanation of why Ramaphosa has opted not to dismiss Mchunu, given the seriousness of the allegations levelled by Mkhwanazi, and clarity on the legal and constitutional framework guiding Ramaphosa's actions in this matter.

The Presidency has been given until the close of business on Monday, July 21, 2025, to respond to the demands.

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