South African President Ramaphosa places police minister on leave amid corruption allegations.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on leave due to allegations of links to organized crime and political interference. A judicial commission, led by the deputy chief justice, will investigate the claims. Ramaphosa appointed law professor Firoz Cachalia as acting police minister. Opposition parties criticized Ramaphosa's actions, calling them a deflection from the serious allegations against Mchunu.