Xhakaza calls for honest engagement with EMPD as Madlanga Commission exposes governance failures

By Johnathan Paoli

Ekurhuleni mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza has called for honest and constructive engagement with the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD), as findings emerging from the Madlanga Commission lay bare a period of institutional decline within the metro.

Delivering the State of the City Address on Wednesday, Xhakaza said the municipality had approached the commission with caution, respecting due process and avoiding public commentary on allegations.

“People of Ekurhuleni, over the past months, matters concerning governance within our City have been brought before the Madlanga Commission. We have treated this process with the seriousness it deserves, guided by respect for the rule of law and the institutions tasked with safeguarding accountability,” he said.

“From the beginning, we took a conscious decision not to engage in a running commentary on allegations in the public domain. We have allowed the Commission to do its work without interference, speculation or political posturing. This