Cachalia and Boshielo set to give evidence this week

THE AD Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will on Tuesday start its oral hearings with Deputy Police Minister Polly Boshielo.

- MAYIBONGWE MAGHINA

Boshielo is among the key witnesses expected to testify.

Following her appearance, Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia will take the stand on Wednesday, just days after Deputy Minister of Police Cassel Mathale provided his testimony.

The backdrop of this investigation is a turbulent one, accentuated by revelations made by Mathale regarding the lack of delegated powers conferred upon Boshielo and him by the suspended Minister Senzo Mchunu.

This has ignited a heated debate amongst committee members, raising critical questions about the value added by deputy ministers, their contribution to the ministry’s efficiency, and whether the financial expenditures on their roles are justifiable.