Taxpayers to fund Mchunu's R2. 69 million salary during suspension
Taxpayers will face an increased financial burden as Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, currently on special leave, is set to continue receiving his full annual salary of R2.69 million.
This decision comes in light of a presidential commission of inquiry announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, which could take between three to six months to conclude.
Despite being off duty, Mchunu will continue to earn his full annual salary of R2.69 million, which translates to approximately R224 166.67 per month.
During the inquiry period, Professor Firoz Cachalia from Wits University has been appointed to act as the interim Minister of Police.
While Cachalia's exact remuneration package has not been officially confirmed, it is expected that he will receive a ministerial-level salary during his acting term.
If Cachalia serves as acting minister, he is expected to earn a monthly salary equivalent to that of a full Cabinet minister, approximately R224 166.67.
This means he would receive around R672 500 over three months, and up to R1.35 million if the inquiry stretches to six months.
This effectively means the Ministry of Police will cost the state nearly R1.35 million in salaries over three months, and up to R2.69 million if the inquiry extends to six months.
A minister's total remuneration includes a basic salary component that is equal to 60% of the total package, which constitutes the pensionable salary.
Each public servant is paid R120 000 per annum, including in their basic salary. The Presidency said that this amount is subject to the Income Tax Act.
An employer's pension benefit contribution is equal to 22.5% of pensionable salary.
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