With an estimated 14 politically motivated killings in KwaZulu-Natal‚ just since April‚ Premier Willies Mchunu has announced that "processes are under way" to appoint a Commission of Inquiry.The commission will probe all political-related murders in the province of KwaZulu-Natal‚ his office said in a statement on Thursday.This follows a call made by the African National Congress for the premier to appoint this commission following ongoing killings of councillor candidates from various political parties.“I have been consulting widely to seek guidance as we do not want to duplicate the work of police. Importantly‚ we want to adhere to the legal framework as this is a serious matter that will have legal implications. I am satisfied with the progress we are making regarding this matter‚” Mchunu said.The premier met yesterday with Police Minister Nathi Nhleko and reached agreement on the need for a Commission of Inquiry."In addition‚ the minister has appointed a special task team to inve...
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