Claims hit Mchunu hard

POLICE Minister Senzo Mchunu's hopes of being the next ANC president may have collapsed before it could even take off.

- BY THABO MAKWAKWA

Following explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutentant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi at the weekend, who accused Mchunu of serious misconduct, including collusion with criminal elements involved in drug smuggling and political killings.

The anticipated race for the ANC's 56th national elective conference was expected to be fierce, with Mchunu among the prominent figures allegedly vying for the top position.

His campaign had begun to gain traction, with posters circulating on social media.