SAPS confirms reappointment of General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi

Sunday, March 29, 2026

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the reappointment of Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as the Provincial Commissioner of KwaZulu-Natal on a five-year fixed-term contract.

In a statement on Saturday, the SAPS said the reappointment follows consultation with the Premier of the KwaZulu-Natal province, Thamsanqa Ntuli.

“Further details will be provided in due course. [National Police Commissioner] General [Fannie] Masemola has wished Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi well as he continues to provide stability and decisive leadership in the province of KwaZulu-Natal,” said the police. -SAnews.gov.za