KwaZulu-Natal authorities have identified multiple fraudulent social media profiles impersonating Provincial Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi across major platforms. Criminal actors created unauthorized accounts on X, TikTok, and Facebook using the official's photographs and identity. These deceptive profiles mislead citizens into believing they receive communications directly from the senior law enforcement leader. Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed that Mkhwanazi maintains no authentic social media presence whatsoever. Police leadership threatens legal consequences for individuals operating these impostor accounts.
The department simultaneously requests public cooperation regarding protest activities featuring the commissioner's image. Netshiunda emphasized that demonstrators should avoid displaying Mkhwanazi's photographs during political rallies, particularly those opposing national leadership. While officials appreciate community support for police operations, such usage might create diplomatic complications with government representatives and international observers. The commissioner remains committed to fighting criminal activity while maintaining professional neutrality toward political authorities.
The department simultaneously requests public cooperation regarding protest activities featuring the commissioner's image. Netshiunda emphasized that demonstrators should avoid displaying Mkhwanazi's photographs during political rallies, particularly those opposing national leadership. While officials appreciate community support for police operations, such usage might create diplomatic complications with government representatives and international observers. The commissioner remains committed to fighting criminal activity while maintaining professional neutrality toward political authorities.
