Police Minister Senzo Mchunu declared receiving a cellphone valued at R20 000, a goat, and a blanket worth R2 350, according to the 2025 Parliament Register of Members’ Interests.
The Ambassador of the Republic of China gave Mchunu the cellphone, while the community of Onyango in Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal, gave him the goat and blanket.
These items were listed under the ‘Gifts and Hospitality’ section of the register, which requires all Members of Parliament (MPs) to disclose any gifts or benefits they receive.
Full Compliance with Disclosure Code
Parliament confirmed that the 2025 disclosure process saw 100% compliance by the deadline, with no MPs submitting late declarations.
According to Item 12(7) of the Parliamentary Code of Ethical Conduct. MPs must declare their registrable interests within the first quarter of the financial year.
These include gifts, property holdings, business interests, and other benefits that could lead to conflicts of interest.
Parliament stated: “The code promotes a culture of openness and accountability, and the release of the register is a bold step in building public trust and confidence. Furthermore, by ensuring accountability of public representatives, the release ensures credibility of the oversight work over the executive.”
As outlined in Item 12(1) of the Code, the register consists of a public and a confidential section.
The public section is now available for citizens to view online: Register of Members’ Interests (Public Section).
Mchunu Reports No Business Interests or Sponsorship
Mchunu declared no ownership of companies, partnerships, or business organisations.
He also confirmed that he does not receive sponsorship from any private entities and has no trusts or income-generating assets to declare.
Properties Declared in KwaZulu-Natal
In the property section of the register, Mchunu listed three landholdings:
- A 403-hectare farm in Vryheid
- An 812 m² residential property in Panorama, Empangeni
- A 512 m² property in Ngwelezane Township, Empangeni
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