McKenzie rejects call to testify before inquiry

PATRIOTIC Alliance (PA) leader and Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has rejected calls by Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema for him to appear before a parliamentary inquiry, saying he would not take instructions from Malema or allow him to claim credit for any appearance.

- HOPE NTANZI

Speaking on the sidelines of the Robben Island Former Political Prisoners Union on Saturday, McKenzie responded to Malema's remarks during Friday's virtual sitting of Parliament's ad hoc committee.

The committee is investigating serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, including claims of political interference in police operations and links to criminal syndicates.

During the meeting, political parties submitted additional names of individuals they believe should be summoned to testify. The EFF proposed over 20 names, including McKenzie, President Cyril Ramaphosa, and several senior police and intelligence officials.