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Mchunu will still get his R2.69m salary

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July 16, 2025

SOUTH African taxpayers are set to bear a heavier financial burden following the announcement that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, who has been placed on special leave, will continue to earn his annual salary of R2.69 million.

- HOPE NTANZI

This follows President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of a commission of inquiry into corruption allegations against Mchunu which could take three to six months to conclude.

Despite being off duty, Mchunu will continue to earn his full salary of R224 166.67 per month.

During the inquiry period, Professor Firoz Cachalia from Wits University has been appointed to act as the interim Minister of Police.

While Cachalia's exact remuneration package has not been officially confirmed, it is expected that he will receive a ministerial-level salary during his acting term. If he serves as acting minister, he is expected to earn a monthly salary equivalent to that of a full Cabinet minister, R224166.67.

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