Masemola Charges Dropped Amid Corruption Probe | Global News

South Africa’s prosecutors drop charges against suspended police chief General Fannie Masemola, citing insufficient evidence in a case tied to a controversial $21 million health contract. Masemola, 62, had been placed on precautionary suspension by President Ramaphosa amid allegations he ignored fraud warnings — though he denied wrongdoing. The move underscores ongoing corruption probes within the police force, as 12 other senior officers face charges over the same tender. Prosecutors will now review their own handling of the case to ensure legal integrity. Masemola must still appear in court for formal dismissal, and is expected to meet with the president to discuss his future — following a pattern where two prior police chiefs also faced criminal investigations, one even serving prison time.

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