Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department chief Yolande Faro told the Madlanga Commission on Monday that she was “shocked and dismayed” by the scale of corruption uncovered within her department. Faro said the allegations point to coordinated criminal activity, not simple administrative errors.
Why it matters: The Madlanga Commission is exposing how alleged criminal networks infiltrated a metropolitan police department responsible for public safety in South Africa’s capital.
What the commission heard
Three companies — Gubis85 Solutions, Izingwenya 210 and Triotic Protection Service — allegedly received TMPD contracts through collusion with senior officials. According to testimony, these companies have ties to criminal cartels.
Faro acknowledged that the pattern of alleged fraud suggests a deliberate effort to defraud the department rather than isolated incidents. She said she has instituted disciplinary measures against implicated officials.
Deputy suspended
In March, TMPD deputy commissioner Umashi Dhlamini was placed on precautionary suspension. The commission heard that Dhlamini allegedly colluded with Sergeant Fannie Nkosi to manipulate tenders at the department.
What happens next
The Madlanga Commission continues hearing evidence this week. Faro’s testimony marks a significant moment: the head of the department publicly acknowledging the systemic nature of the alleged corruption. Whether disciplinary action translates into criminal prosecution will determine if this inquiry produces accountability or merely headlines.