More than 400 police recruits are in a state of uncertainty after the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) canceled their recruitment process during the training stage. The decision to restart the process was made after 52 applicants were flagged for potential corruption, according to Sowetan.

The Auditor-General has reported that the financial situation in Johannesburg requires immediate attention, noting a general regression in audit outcomes among metropolitan areas.

Mkhwanazi has addressed allegations concerning his involvement in systemic criminality and corruption within the EMPD, including issues related to fake police clearances, fraudulent badges, and a R14 million stolen gems heist, during the Madlanga commission hearings.

The City of Johannesburg has initiated a crackdown on illegal billboards, including one promoting Netflix's 'The Polygamist'. This action targets an individual known as 'Jonasi', who was perceived to be beyond the reach of enforcement efforts, according to The South African.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has declared Cat Matlala's EMPD 'peace officer' certificate fraudulent, following findings from the Madlanga commission of inquiry. The inquiry revealed that the certificate contained a forged signature and mismatched numbers, raising concerns about its legitimacy.

The City of Johannesburg has decided to write off approximately R918 million in historical irregular and unauthorized expenditures, which has led to a debate among councillors regarding governance and accountability. Leaders from ActionSA and the DA have raised concerns about financial mismanagement, while the ANC defends the decision as a necessary measure to address past issues.