Major General Feroz Khan has been dismissed from the South African Police Service (SAPS) after failing to attend a disciplinary hearing on September 2, 2026. This decision follows a Labour Court ruling that dismissed his application to halt the disciplinary proceedings against him.

Khan's dismissal was confirmed by SAPS, which stated that he was deemed dismissed under Regulation 9(7)(b) of the SAPS Discipline Regulations. The police service emphasized that Khan failed to appear before a designated senior officer overseeing the expedited disciplinary process, despite being offered the opportunity to participate virtually.

In a statement, SAPS reiterated its commitment to accountability and professional conduct, asserting that no member, regardless of rank, is above the law or the applicable disciplinary framework. "The South African Police Service confirms the dismissal of Major General Feroz Khan from the Service," the statement read.

The dismissal came just a day after the Labour Court struck Khan's urgent application off the roll for lack of urgency on September 1, 2026. Judge Connie Prinsloo ruled that the court lacked jurisdiction to hear the matter, allowing SAPS to proceed with the internal disciplinary actions. Khan's legal team had argued that the disciplinary hearing should not continue in his absence due to medical treatment following a shooting incident in June 2026. However, the court did not address the merits of his case, focusing instead on procedural issues.

Khan, who previously served as the deputy national head of SAPS Crime Intelligence, has been embroiled in multiple investigations. He faces allegations of political interference and is under investigation related to criminal charges concerning the Precious Metals Act. Alongside him, Gauteng Hawks head Major-General Ebrahim Kadwa and businessman Tariq Downes are also facing charges of defeating the ends of justice linked to a 2021 incident involving an unwrought gold bar. All three individuals have denied wrongdoing and are currently out on bail.

The chairperson of parliament’s portfolio committee on police, Ian Cameron, welcomed Khan's dismissal, stating that accountability cannot be litigated away. He emphasized the importance of allowing ongoing criminal proceedings and investigations to run their course.

Khan's legal team has indicated plans to challenge his dismissal, although specific details regarding the challenge have not yet been confirmed. As the situation develops, SAPS has stated it will continue to respect court processes and provide further information as legally permissible.