Cachalia seeks concurrence to appoint Mkhwanazi as DPCI head

The Acting Minister of Police, Firoz Cachalia, has, pursuant to the powers vested in him in terms of the South African Police Service Act 68 of 1995, initiated the process to appoint a National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the Hawks.In a statement on Thursday, the Police Ministry said the Minister seeks to appoint Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi who is the Police Commissioner in KwaZulu-Natal.In accordance with Section 17CA(1)–(3) of the Act, the appointment of the National Head of the DPCI is made by the Minister of Police, with the concurrence of Cabinet. The Act further provides for the reporting of the appointment to Parliament.The Acting Minister has submitted a Cabinet Memorandum seeking Cabinet’s concurrence for the appointment of Mkhwanazi as the National Head of the DPCI. The Memorandum will be presented at the earliest opportunity during a Cabinet sitting.“The DPCI plays a critical role in South Africa’s fight against organised crime, corruption, and other serious priority offences. This is a priority for the Police Reset Agenda.

 “The appointment of a National Head is important in ensuring strong leadership, strategic direction and operational effectiveness in addressing these crimes,” said the Ministry.Currently, Lieutenant General Siphesihle Nkosi, serves as the Acting National Head of the Hawks.– SAnews.gov.za