Witness Vusimuzi Matlala testified before South Africa's Madlanga Commission, denying direct payments to suspended deputy police chief Shadrack Sibiya but alleging that Sergeant Fannie Nkosi collected funds on his behalf.

News24 reports that the arrest of a Durban activist labeled a “human trafficker” is being framed as politically driven and connected to the ongoing Madlanga Commission investigations.

Vusimuzi Matlala has threatened to approach the courts to halt his testimony before the Madlanga Commission after his senior counsel fell ill and could not attend proceedings.

This edition of the Weekend Wrap covers a 1994 political power play revealed by declassified documents, Vusimuzi Matlala’s testimony to the Madlanga Commission, and an update on the Springboks rugby team.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams has challenged key aspects of testimony from Idac members at the Madlanga Commission, raising questions about his original complaint and the handling of evidence.

The Madlanga Commission in South Africa continues its investigations into allegations of unlawful kickbacks, cliques, and corruption within the criminal justice system.

An article draws parallels between Luigi Pirandello's play 'Six Characters in Search of an Author' and the ongoing Madlanga Judicial Commission of Inquiry in South Africa, exploring how the commission's testimonies, particularly concerning competing truths, reflect the play's themes.

As South Africa celebrates Women's Day, influential women are leading the Madlanga commission of inquiry, investigating political interference, corruption, and organized crime within the South African Police Service (SAPS).

An article reflects on the profound impact of words, citing a Setswana proverb, and highlights how the word 'token' momentarily overshadowed evidence at the Madlanga Commission, diminishing dignity.

The Madlanga commission heard testimony linking businessman Tumelo Nku and police officers to a 715kg cocaine shipment from Durban to Johannesburg, as well as the disputed Aeroton cocaine bust.

Feroz Khan's urgent application has been removed from the roll following the handover of devices to the Madlanga Commission, indicating a development in a legal or investigative process.

Brown Mogotsi has been arrested shortly after making an appearance before the Madlanga Commission.

An opinion piece argues that Faiez Jacobs and the ANC are responsible for violent crime in South Africa, refuting claims that JP Smith is concerned about testifying at the Madlanga Commission.

A high-ranking police official has denied interfering in the Swart hit case, responding to explosive claims made during the Madlanga commission.

Julius Mkhwanazi is facing accusations of lying in an attempt to secure a postponement for the Madlanga Commission.

Senior officials have testified to the Madlanga commission that more than R2 billion was siphoned from the Tshwane municipality through fraudulent security deals intended to protect metro police.

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The Madlanga commission wants Mogotsi to submit a medical certificate to back his claim of ill health

Appearing before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, businessman Vusimuzi Matlala dismissed allegations of improper financial or corrupt dealings with former KwaZulu-Natal Hawks head Lesetja Senona, characterizing their relationship as purely platonic.

Serious questions are emerging from Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s evidence before the Madlanga Commission regarding his reluctance to discuss his relationship with suspended deputy police chief Shadrack Sibiya.

Lieutenant Colonel Deendadayalan Govender's testimony at the Madlanga Commission has implicated sidelined police minister Senzo Mchunu in an alleged effort to pressure a witness against KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams has testified at the Madlanga Commission, detailing his connections to André Lincoln, Brown Mogotsi, and Feroz Khan, and recounting how he filed cases against Crime Intelligence members.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams told the Madlanga Commission that his role in reporting allegations involving Crime Intelligence was limited to that of a complainant, accusing KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhla and another official of abusing power.

Matlala declined to answer questions regarding Medicare24 during the Madlanga Commission proceedings. This refusal has drawn attention during the commission's inquiry.

The Madlanga commission heard that the Independent Directorate Against Corruption (Idac) investigated national police commissioner Fannie Masemola in the Medicare24 matter without the required Section 27 complaint referral.

Former Independent Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head Andrea Johnson reportedly held regular meetings with suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu while IDAC was investigating Crime Intelligence officers, according to prosecutor Drushanta Ramsamy.

Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala, who grew up hustling on the streets, is set to appear at the Madlanga Commission, where he is expected to be a key figure in South Africa's police corruption inquiry.

Hawks Colonel Gavin Jacob testified before the Madlanga commission that an internal investigation into drug theft was biased and aimed at creating a false narrative.

A South African Police Service (SAPS) forensic captain has been arrested in Pretoria as part of the ongoing Madlanga Commission investigation. This arrest is linked to the expanding fallout from the commission's probe.

The Madlanga commission has been presented with evidence detailing how Hawks officers intercepted nearly a tonne of cocaine, shipped from Brazil to Johannesburg in July 2021, following an initial intervention by Gauteng traffic officers.

An article discusses the political underbelly of Cape Town, involving figures like JP Smith, the DA, and an R8 billion tender shadow, calling for a Madlanga commission.

The Madlanga Commission is hearing evidence regarding a metro police operation where R14 million worth of lithium was seized but subsequently disappeared, prompting an investigation.

An article explores whether the phenomenon of 'state capture' is extending into the higher education sector in South Africa, drawing parallels with findings from the Madlanga Commission.

Yolanda Faro, the Tshwane metro chief, has halted an irregular R800 million security tender. She expressed alarm at the corruption testimony revealed at the Madlanga Commission concerning her department.

North West businessman Suliman Carrim told the Madlanga commission he lost R8.4 million after funding Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s healthcare company, alleging he was misled by both Matlala and Brown Mogotsi

General Sibiya faced intense questioning and criticism at the Madlanga Commission.

The Madlanga Commission is investigating alleged financial conduits linking accused crime figure Vusimuzi Matlala to Hangwani Morgan Maumela and the late Jothan, focusing on irregularities in Tembisa Hospital procurement contracts.

Evidence presented before the Madlanga Commission in South Africa indicates that security companies are being exploited as shadow militias by criminals to secure tenders and weapons, which are then used to intimidate opposition.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams explained the origin of an affidavit used by Idac to charge top Crime Intelligence members, an affidavit whose source was previously unknown to investigators.

A reporter from Sowetan has opened a case of intimidation following an incident that occurred at the Madlanga Commission.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams conceded that he misled the Madlanga Commission by testifying he had not seen a request to testify, which resulted in his late statement submission.

A retired warrant officer testified at the Madlanga Commission that his son was murdered by police during a bogus Cash-in-Transit operation, allegedly orchestrated by a business rival and drug dealer, revealing gang infiltration into SAPS task teams.

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams's testimony before the Madlanga commission has been postponed until August 19, after Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga dismissed his late submission of a witness statement and accused him of not taking the commission seriously.

Advocate Peter Serunye testified before the Madlanga Commission, alleging that former Idac head Andrea Johnson sidelined senior prosecutors and appointed junior staff in Crime Intelligence arrests, raising concerns about the process.

Feroz Khan, currently out on R20,000 bail, is expected to appear before the Madlanga commission in July after withdrawing his court bid.

Hawks boss Senona is set to appear before the Madlanga commission regarding the theft of R200 million worth of cocaine in Port Shepstone. The commission has also ruled on an undercover police officer testifying publicly about the incident.

A retired DPCI officer testified before the Madlanga commission that the theft of 541kg of cocaine might have been an inside job, noting that SAPS management was aware the Port Shepstone facility lacked adequate security measures like cameras and alarms.

Explosive testimony before the Madlanga Commission has revealed allegations of cartel-linked corruption involving senior police officials and municipal departments in South Africa, raising concerns about procurement and accountability.

A suspended South African police chief's testimony at the Madlanga Commission corruption inquiry was briefly interrupted when a tissue became stuck to his forehead due to sweating.

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry and an ad hoc committee have been investigating allegations made by Lt General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, with the ad hoc committee having concluded its business.

The Mayor of Tshwane has suspended an ActionSA MMC as the Madlanga Commission begins to investigate alleged corruption within the City's administration.

The senior police office told the Madlanga commission that he was simply warning investigators in a case involving Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala case that they should not be swayed by bribes