NewzSouth African National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola is returning to work following the decision by President Cyril Ramaphosa to lift his precautionary suspension. Masemola had been suspended in April 2026 after making a court appearance regarding charges tied to a R360-million police health services tender.
During Masemola's suspension, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane stepped in as the acting National Police Commissioner. President Ramaphosa formally commended Dimpane, stating that she had served in the role with distinction prior to Masemola's reinstatement.
The reinstatement follows the dropping of the charges that initially prompted Masemola's suspension, clearing the way for his return to active duty as the country's top police official.
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