**Headline:**
Ramaphosa Names Gwede Mantashe as Acting Police Minister
**Article:**
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe as the acting Minister of Police with immediate effect. Mantashe will serve in the role until Professor Firoz Cachalia takes over the position in early August.
The interim appointment comes at a critical time for the police ministry, which is grappling with serious allegations against top officials. Mantashe, a senior ANC leader and former Secretary-General, brings his extensive political experience to the role during this transitional period.
The move follows growing public concern over leadership stability in the security cluster. Government insiders suggest the temporary arrangement aims to maintain continuity while allowing time for proper handover processes.
Professor Cachalia, the incoming minister, is expected to assume office within weeks after completing necessary procedures. The Presidency has not provided further details about the allegations facing police leadership.
This marks Mantashe’s first stint overseeing the police portfolio, adding to his already wide-ranging responsibilities in government. Political analysts anticipate he will focus on stabilizing the ministry until the permanent appointment takes effect.
