Former ANC treasurer Suliman Carrim has reportedly been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport amid ongoing investigations linked to the Madlanga Commission and alleged irregularities involving multimillion-rand transport tenders in North West.
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Suliman’s arrest comes as scrutiny continues over allegations connected to South Africa’s criminal justice system and business dealings involving companies linked to the former politician.
Madlanga Commission charges against Suliman Carrim
The Madlanga Commission previously laid charges against Suliman after he repeatedly failed to appear before the commission to give testimony, reportedly citing ill health. His absence drew attention as the commission continued examining allegations of corruption and possible wrongdoing within the criminal justice system.
The commission’s proceedings have focused on allegations concerning criminal networks, law enforcement and possible interference within South Africa’s criminal justice system.
49-YEAR-OLD MAN ARRESTED AT OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR FAILING TO APPEAR BEFORE MADLANGA COMMISSION
The Commissions Recommendations Task Team (CRTT) has arrested a 49-year-old man at OR Tambo International Airport on Thursday evening, 15 October 2026, moments before he was due to board an international flight.
The suspect was arrested for failing to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
He is expected to appear before the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court this morning, Friday, 16 October 2026.
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) October 16, 2026
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SIU investigates R168-million transport tender
In a separate development, President Cyril Ramaphosa authorised a Special Investigating Unit (SIU) investigation into multimillion-rand transport tenders awarded by the North West government to companies linked to Suliman.
According to reporting by Daily Maverick, the investigation includes an R168-million contract involving Transnat Coach Lines and Ziggy Investments. The SIU investigation is expected to examine possible irregularities and whether any financial losses were suffered by the state.
The tender investigation has brought renewed attention to Suliman’s business dealings and evidence presented before the Madlanga Commission concerning links between the joint venture and the late taxi boss Jotham ‘King Mswazi’ Msibi.
The allegations remain subject to investigation and should not be treated as established findings of guilt.
Suliman Carrim arrested at OR Tambo Airport
According to eNCA, Suliman was arrested by the Commission’s Recommendations Task Team on Thursday evening, 15 October 2026, shortly before he was due to board an international flight at OR Tambo International Airport.
He was expected to appear before the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 16 October.
The arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing investigations surrounding Suliman. However, official updates should confirm the precise charges associated with the latest arrest and the outcome of his court appearance.
Investigations continue
Suliman’s arrest comes amid continued scrutiny of allegations involving public-sector contracts and possible corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system.
Investigations are ongoing, and the legal process will determine how the allegations are handled.
Suliman has not been found guilty of the allegations discussed in these investigations. All allegations remain subject to the legal process.
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