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Tensions escalate as anti-corruption chief Andrea Johnson faces mounting scrutiny after calling a controversial police appointment a “token appointment,” sparking outrage, apologies, and legal challenges. The probe into the promotion of former BMW employee Dineo Mokwele to brigadier—triggered by a complaint and authorized months later—has drawn fire over its legal basis and Johnson’s credibility. Commissioners challenged her assessment of Mokwele’s qualifications, forcing her to retract the remark. Despite that, Johnson maintains the appointment may be part of a wider corruption scheme involving Crime Intelligence’s secret service account. The case is now under independent review by the National Director of Public Prosecutions, while accused officials push back and civil society has filed ethics complaints against Johnson with the Legal Practice Council. The Ombudsman has also taken note, as pressure mounts on Johnson’s leadership and integrity.

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