A major political scandal is unfolding in South Africa, threatening the future of a key leader and further destabilizing the ruling African National Congress (ANC). Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, once seen as a potential successor to President Cyril Ramaphosa, faces accusations of sabotaging investigations into political assassinations and overstepping his authority. He has denied any wrongdoing before a parliamentary committee, but the claims have already damaged his prospects. The scandal has derailed Mchunu’s presidential ambitions and intensified the ANC’s leadership crisis ahead of 2027, as other contenders, including Paul Mashatile and Fikile Mbalula, face their own controversies. As inquiries and raids dominate headlines, analysts warn the saga exposes deep dysfunction within South Africa’s police force—further eroding public trust in the ruling party’s ability to govern.
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