Tag: Madlanga Commission

Advocate Lee Segeels-Ncube’s singing clip gets Mzansi talking

Advocate Lee Segeels-Ncube has found herself at the centre of a social media conversation after a 37-second video showing her singing at a private family celebration surfaced online. Also see: Brigadier Rachel Matjeng opens up on relationship with Cat Matlala at Madlanga Commission The Johannesburg Bar advocate is currently known to many South Africans for […]

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Madlanga Commission: JP Smith hits back at Fadiel Adams’ claims

Cape Town’s Safety and Security Mayco member JP Smith has rejected allegations made by National Coloured Congress (NCC) leader Fadiel Adams at the Madlanga Commission, describing the claims as baseless. Also see: Fadiel Adams to face further questions at Madlanga Commission JP Smith dismisses Fadiel Adams’ claims Adams, who is continuing to give evidence before the commission, […]

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Cat Matlala back on the witness stand at Madlanga Commission

Businessman Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala is back before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry today, 17 August 2026, where his alleged influence over police officials, links to senior law-enforcement figures, and the controversial awarding of a multimillion-rand police healthcare tender are expected to come under renewed scrutiny. Also see: Tebogo Thobejane revisits scene of alleged hit ahead […]

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Ramaphosa extends Madlanga commission deadline 

President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially extended the deadline for the Judicial Commission of Inquiry, chaired by Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, allowing it additional time to complete its investigation into allegations of criminality, political interference and corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system. The extension follows a request from the commission, which cited the large number of witnesses and outstanding evidence still to […]

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‘Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi Day’: 1 Year since police general’s explosive public address

On 6 July 2025, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi stepped before the media. He was flanked by heavily armed members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Special Task Force and delivered what would become one of the most consequential public addresses in South Africa’s recent history. Also see: General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi opens a […]

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Madlanga Commission becomes Cat Matlala’s next appearance

Businessman Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala is expected to appear before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday after being subpoenaed by the inquiry. Also see: Watch: Cat Matlala’s plea deal rejected days after turning State witness Cat Matlala subpoenaed to testify before Madlanga Commission According to reports, his testimony may be subject to conditions, including an alleged agreement that […]

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Julius Malema speaks out about his friendship with Ze Nxumalo

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has confirmed his friendship with controversial businessman Zesimdumise ‘Ze’ Nxumalo, but squashed claims that he took part in criminal activities. Also see: Madlanga Commission hears how Musa Khawula’s arrest was planned This comes after his name was mentioned at the Madlanga Commission by suspended Gauteng police sergeant Fannie […]

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‘It’s not nice to be accused’: Mashatile ready to clear name over Matlala claims

Deputy President Paul Mashatile is prepared to appear before the Madlanga Commission if called, with his office insisting he has nothing to hide and is eager to clear his name. Mashatile’s acting spokesperson, Keith Khoza, on Wednesday dismissed allegations linking the deputy president to alleged criminal figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, describing them as baseless and […]

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Madlanga Commission hears how Musa Khawula’s arrest was planned

Sergeant Fannie Nkosi has denied that the police force takes orders from businessman Ze Nxumalo, pertaining the controversial blogger Musa Khawula’s arrest. This comes after the Madlanga Commission heard the layout planned for Musa’s arrest, allegedly funded by Ze. Sunday World reported that while giving testimony, Fannie confirmed that Ze bought six tickets (three general […]

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More witnesses delay Madlanga Commission as Ramaphosa extends reporting deadline

President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended the timeframe for the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, chaired by Mbuyiseli Madlanga, to complete its work and submit its final report. Also see: Dj Sbu responds to allegations raised at Madlanga Commission The inquiry was established following allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) police […]

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SAPS suspends fiancée of late informant Wiandre Pretorius

Police sergeant Juan Mare Eksteen, the fiancée of the late Wiandre Pretorius, has been suspended, according to National Police Commissioner Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, pending representations from the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid). Also see: Nota Baloyi reacts after DJ Sbu and TK Nciza named at Madlanga Commission Pretorius, a 41-year-old police informant, died in an apparent […]

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