The Ekurhuleni metro police chief, Jabulani Isaac Mapiyeye, has been placed on precautionary suspension following serious allegations of sexual misconduct against him.
The suspension was issued on 25 September after a metro police officer accused Mapiyeye of sexual harassment.
The female officer, aged 40, claims the misconduct began in October 2023 when Mapiyeye allegedly propositioned her in exchange for a job promotion. After refusing, she says the harassment continued, leading her to file a formal complaint in July.
She also secured a temporary protection order against Mapiyeye, preventing him from contacting her until the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court makes a final decision on 4 October.
Ekurhuleni has appointed an independent investigator to look into the allegations. The council has given the investigator 30 days to present a report on the findings.
Mapiyeye was granted an additional two weeks to prepare his defence before the court hearing. The case is being closely followed by the public, with gender-based violence activists and political parties supporting the suspension.
Ekurhuleni’s city manager, Imogen Mashazi, will oversee the investigation in accordance with the regulations for senior managers.
Compiled by Staff Reporter
Pictured above: Ekurhuleni metro police chief Jabulani Isaac Mapiyeye.
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