Masemola back at the helm: Saps must stay focused on crime fight and reform, Cachalia says

President Cyril Ramaphosa has reinstated Fannie Masemola as the National Police Commissioner of the South African Police Service (Saps), following his precautionary suspension in April 2026. Masemola had been suspended due to pending court charges related to a R360-million police health services tender. During his absence, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane served as the acting commissioner.

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has formally welcomed the reinstatement, emphasizing that Masemola’s return occurs at a critical juncture for the police service. The focus remains on maintaining momentum in the fight against crime and continuing internal institutional reforms within the Saps.