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Legal Scholar Firoz Cachalia Set to Take Helm as Acting Police Minister Amid Crime Crisis

August 2, 2025
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Legal Scholar Firoz Cachalia Set to Take Helm as Acting Police Minister Amid Crime Crisis
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed respected legal scholar Prof Firoz Cachalia as acting Minister of Police, with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Friday at the Union Buildings. The move comes as South Africa faces mounting pressure to address soaring crime rates and restore public trust in law enforcement.

The Presidency confirmed the appointment in a statement, praising Cachalia’s “principled leadership” and “extensive legal background.” The former ANC MP and current chairperson of the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council brings decades of public service experience to the role, including his previous position as Gauteng MEC for Community Safety.

“The President has full confidence in Prof Cachalia’s ability to lead the police ministry during this transitional period,” the statement read, though it did not clarify the duration of the acting appointment or the status of current minister Bheki Cele.

The high-profile ceremony will be broadcast live from 10:00 AM, underscoring the significance of the appointment during what analysts describe as a crisis of confidence in South Africa’s policing. Recent crime statistics show alarming increases in violent offenses, while corruption scandals have further eroded trust in police leadership.

Political analyst Ralph Mathekga noted: “Cachalia’s reputation for integrity and his anti-corruption credentials make him an ideal candidate to begin cleaning house. But the real test will be whether he’s given the mandate and resources to implement meaningful reforms.”

The appointment comes as:
– Police face scrutiny over handling of gang violence in Western Cape
– Communities protest against rising gender-based violence
– Questions persist about politicization of law enforcement

Civil society groups have welcomed the move, with the Institute for Security Studies calling it “a step toward professionalizing police leadership.” However, some opposition parties caution that an acting minister may lack the authority to drive systemic change.

All eyes will be on Cachalia’s first public statements as he takes office Friday, with many hoping his legal expertise will translate into concrete actions to combat crime and corruption within the SAPS. The ceremony will be carried live on major news networks and government communication channels.

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