The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has firmly denied explosive reports suggesting that an arrest warrant has been issued for National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola, calling the claims “untrue and misleading.”
The denial, issued on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, comes amid mounting media speculation and social media chatter alleging Masemola’s imminent arrest in connection with the alleged misuse of over R120 million from the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Crime Intelligence secret service account — a fund that operates with limited oversight and receives over R600 million annually.
IDAC spokesperson Henry Mamothame addressed the wave of rumors, clarifying: “No such warrants have been issued. These are unfounded allegations that risk destabilizing SAPS operations and undermining public trust.”
The controversy was further stoked by the June 2025 arrest of Dumisani Khumalo, head of SAPS Crime Intelligence, on corruption charges linked to the procurement of properties under questionable circumstances. Though Khumalo’s arrest is confirmed, authorities have repeatedly emphasized that Masemola is not under investigation or facing arrest.
Despite these official statements, conflicting reports, including anonymous sources and a widely circulated WhatsApp message, continue to stir public debate. Even EFF leader Julius Malema has weighed in, publicly suggesting Masemola’s arrest is imminent — a claim government sources have dismissed as baseless.
The Ministry of Police, through spokesperson Kamogelo Mogotsi, has echoed IDAC’s call for restraint, warning that ongoing speculation could seriously compromise law enforcement operations.
As the noise builds, one fact remains: no warrant exists for General Masemola. But in an era where viral messages can overshadow official statements, the challenge now lies in separating fact from political fiction.
