Fannie Masemola in court

The investigation centers on a contract awarded to a businessman with alleged ties to organized crime, which prosecutors claim was rigged.

Masemola’s case has been joined with those of sixteen other high-ranking officials, including twelve senior police officers.

The scandal has severely damaged public trust in the leadership of the South African Police Service.

The court has postponed the matter until May 13 to allow for further investigation and the preparation of legal arguments.