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South Africa: Masemola Back As Police Commissioner After Ramaphosa Lifts Suspension

2026-10-16T08:36:19.000Z

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  • [Scrolla] Masemola was placed on precautionary suspension in April 2026 after appearing in court on charges linked to a R360-million police health services tender.
  • Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane has served as acting National Police Commissioner, and Ramaphosa says she served with distinction.
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  1. Africanews · Latest South African president lifts police chief's precautionary suspension

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  1. AllAfrica · Latest — South Africa: Masemola Back As Police Commissioner After Ramaphosa Lifts Suspension
  2. Africanews · Latest — South African president lifts police chief's precautionary suspension