Kelebogile Thepa reinstated as EMPD spokesperson following Madlanga Commission appearance

CITY of Ekurhuleni has reinstated Lt-Col. Kelebogile Thepa, as the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) spokesperson, following her testimony at the Madlanga Commission.

- KAMOGELO MOICHELA

In a statement yesterday, the city said the decision followed an internal review of the EMPD’s communications arrangements and the need to align operational practice with the City’s approved organisational structure, governance prescripts, and communication policies.

City Manager, Kagiso Lerutla, said the move was part of strengthening transparency, accountability and public confidence in the EMPD.

“Professional, consistent and accountable communication is essential for any law enforcement agency operating in a constitutional democracy.