Deputy President Paul Mashatile addressed the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), outlining government efforts to bolster anti-corruption measures within the South African Police Service (SAPS). The address followed questioning from Members of Parliament regarding shortcomings in oversight and the slow pace of progress in addressing internal corruption within the police force. Mashatile affirmed a commitment to strengthening SAPS’s internal mechanisms to combat illicit activity. MPs pressed for details on specific actions taken and accountability for past failures. The discussion highlighted ongoing concerns about the integrity and effectiveness of the police service. The government maintains it is prioritizing the issue and implementing strategies to restore public trust.