By Lebone Rodah Mosima
Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Deputy Chief Umashi Dlamini has been placed on special leave following serious allegations against him at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
The metro police said in a statement on Saturday that Dlamini’s name was mentioned during proceedings before the inquiry, where allegations of tender irregularities were raised.
During the inquiry, Gauteng Organised Crime Investigations Sergeant Fannie Nkosi admitted that he enlisted Dlamini to help his brother’s company secure a City of Tshwane tender, despite substantial evidence showing the company failed to meet multiple mandatory requirements.
“I asked General Dlamini to assist my brother’s company… he connected us with a consultant who ensured the company was compliant,” Nkosi told the inquiry.
“I requested assistance for my brother’s company only. El Shaddai was included because the same consultant worked with them. They are also a joint venture partner with my brother’s company at events.”
Despite the tender closing in October 2024, the commission heard that Dlamini continued to send instructions to Nkosi as late as April 2025, detailing outstanding compliance issues and instructing that they be addressed.
“The suspension is intended to allow for a fair, thorough, and uninterrupted investigation into the allegations,” the TMPD said.
“The suspension is part of a standard risk-management measure to safeguard the integrity of the investigative process.”
The metro police emphasised that Dlamini’s suspension does not amount to a disciplinary sanction or indicate any finding of guilt. TMPD spokesperson added that Commissioner Yolande Faro had considered and approved Dlamini’s request for special leave.
Dlamini — who was responsible for Support and Administration — has been on special leave since Friday, 20 March 2026.
Dlamini’s special leave follows that of MMC for Corporate and Shared Services, Kholofelo Morodi.
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