TMPD chief clarifies city manager has no authority over appointments [SOUND]

# Tshwane Metro Police Chief Yolande Faro has stressed that while the city manager oversees her appointment, they cannot interfere in operational staffing decisions. This follows a clarification request from Madlanga Commission Commissioner Sisi Baloyi after previous testimonies from the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department, raising concerns about governance and accountability in municipal law enforcement structures. Faro stated that legislation assigns her responsibility for recruitment, promotions and transfers within the municipal police: