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Nhleko to prove court made error of judgment in Ntlemeza ruling
A full bench unanimously agreed that Nhleko’s decision was irrational and that Ntlemeza is not fit nor proper to hold the position.
The Police Ministry’s Sandile Ngidi says the minister will again advance this argument in the appeal.
Attorney Vlad Movshovich says the court’s decision is an endorsement of his clients’ arguments.
The court ruled that earlier judgments were replete with the findings of dishonesty and mala fides against Ntlemeza.
The High Court in Pretoria further affirmed Judge Elias Matojane's finding in 2015, that Berning Ntlemeza was dishonest and lacked integrity.
The government is facing claims of more than R1,1 billion rand arising from the massacre when police shot and killed 34 mineworkers.
The latest crime statistics are being presented in Parliament on Friday.
The acting National Police Commissioner believes that his rights have been abused by Ipid's investigation into allegations against him.
Israel Kgamanyane was accused of purging Ipid staff believed to have been close to Robert McBride while McBride was suspended.
The police union says Minister Nathi Nhleko has overlooked the killing of Constable Tshepo Tladi and did not even attempt to visit the family.
Crime statistics for the December period showed serious crimes are down by about 5% compared to previous years.
The arrests took place ahead of a visit by Police Minister Nkosinathi Nhleko and acting national police commissioner Khomotso Phahlane.
The probe relates to two incidents which occurred during McBride's term as Ekurhuleni metro police chief almost a decade ago.
Lieutenant General Khomotso Phahlane says the police must work closely with those they serve.
The police minister says the new training programme ensures police recruits are equipped to carry out their duties.
The constables will spend one year on probation and will be based at police stations across the country.
The police minister appeared before the committee on Wednesday to discuss various issues including allegations of R30m tender.
Police Minister Nathi Nhleko says the only matter he is pursuing against McBride is the so-called rendition matter.
The police minister has again asked Parliament to establish an inquiry into Ipid head Robert McBride.