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Africa-Press – Zambia. <\/strong><\/span>KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has redirected nearly R44,000 raised by social media influencers to support the education of children of fallen police officers.<\/p>\n

The funds were originally collected through a BackaBuddy campaign by Chris Excel and Ori, intended to buy two cows as a public gesture of appreciation for Mkhwanazi\u2019s outspoken anti-corruption efforts.<\/p>\n

The campaign gained momentum following Mkhwanazi\u2019s 6 July press conference, in which he alleged political interference and corruption within SAPS. Over 430 donors contributed to the initiative.<\/p>\n

Rather than accepting the gifts, Mkhwanazi chose to donate the funds to the SAPS Education Trust Fund, which provides financial support for the education of children whose parents died in the line of duty.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am deeply humbled by the public\u2019s support, but I believe this money can make a greater impact by supporting the families of our fallen heroes,\u201d Mkhwanazi said.<\/p>\n

KZN police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed that while SAPS officers can accept gifts if properly declared, the Commissioner\u2019s decision demonstrates his commitment to integrity and service.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Zambia<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Zambia. KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has redirected nearly R44,000 raised by social media influencers to support the education of children of fallen police officers. 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