Phala Phala storm: Zungula accuses ANC of cover-up in Rhoode's Clearance by Saps

THE African Transformation Movement (ATM) has condemned the South African Police Services (SAPS) decision to clear Major-General Wally Rhoode, head of the Presidential Protection Services, of any wrongdoing in the controversial Phala Phala farm investigation.

- MASHUDU SADIKE

ATM parliamentary leader Vuyo Zungula labelled the clearance a “blatant attempt by the ANC to destroy state institutions to protect their compromised deployees and officials” He said the matter underscored growing concerns about accountability and transparency within the South African government.

Rhoode’ clearance came after a disciplinary hearing related to findings made against him by Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka two years ago.

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia publicly confirmed that Rhoode was found “not guilty of any misconduct related to the findings of the Public Protector in that he conducted an illegal investigation in relation to the robbery at the Phala Phala farm of the President, Mr M C Ramaphosa, in Limpopo in February 2020”.

Cachalia’s statement further affirmed Rhoode’ continued active status within the SAPS and his retention of the critical position as head of the Presidential Protection Service.