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Judiciary Demands Proof as Top Cops Accuse Courts of Corruption

July 11, 2025
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South Africa’s judiciary has taken a firm stance against explosive allegations made by senior police officials, demanding concrete evidence to back claims of judicial misconduct. The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) has formally requested National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola and KZN Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi to either substantiate their accusations or withdraw them.

The judicial body’s intervention comes after Mkhwanazi suggested in recent media interviews that certain judges and magistrates may be compromised. In a strongly-worded statement, the OCJ’s Acting Secretary-General gave the police leaders two clear options:

1. Present verifiable evidence to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) or Magistrates Commission
2. Cease making unsubstantiated claims that undermine judicial integrity

“We cannot allow baseless allegations to erode public trust in our courts,” the OCJ statement read. “If there is credible evidence of wrongdoing, there are proper channels for investigation.”

Legal experts have rallied behind the judiciary’s position. Former Public Protector Professor Thuli Madonsela warned that “unfounded claims create unnecessary tension between state institutions and could be exploited for political gain.” Constitutional law experts emphasize that while judicial accountability is crucial, it must follow due process.

The police leadership now faces mounting pressure to either put up or shut up. Neither Masemola nor Mkhwanazi has responded publicly to the OCJ’s challenge, leaving the serious allegations hanging in the air.

This confrontation comes at a sensitive time for South Africa’s criminal justice system, already grappling with:
• High-profile cases involving politicians and business leaders
• Ongoing concerns about political interference in law enforcement
• Public skepticism about equal application of justice

The OCJ stressed that while it welcomes legitimate scrutiny of judicial conduct, reckless accusations without evidence cross a dangerous line. “Our courts are not above reproach, but they must be challenged through proper mechanisms – not media speculation,” the statement concluded.

As the standoff continues, all eyes remain on the police leadership to see whether they will back their bold claims with facts or face accusations of undermining constitutional democracy. The outcome could have lasting implications for the delicate balance of power between South Africa’s key institutions.

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