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Ackerman under pressure as contradictions and tampering claims dominate TRC Inquiry

Allegations of political interference in apartheid-era prosecutions, contradictions in testimony, and possible document tampering have taken centre stage at the TRC cases inquiry, as former Priority Crimes Litigation Unit head, Anton Ackerman, faces intense cross-examination. Ackerman returned to the stand on Thursday following explosive testimony last month, during which he accused authorities of failing victims of apartheid-era crimes by prioritising reconciliation over justice. His latest appearance has seen multiple lines […]

April 23, 2026 52

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Batohi defends NPA record on TRC cases despite structural hurdles

Former National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Shamila Batohi, has defended the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) efforts to pursue justice in long-delayed apartheid-era cases, telling the TRC Cases Inquiry that meaningful progress was made despite deep institutional challenges. Batohi, who led the NPA from February 2019 until January 2026, testified before the inquiry chaired by Justice Sisi Khampepe, which is probing delays in prosecuting cases where amnesty was denied by […]

April 15, 2026 33

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Madlanga Commission | Khumalo links Sibiya to alleged car theft suspect

Crime Intelligence Head, Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo, has made explosive revelations linking suspended SAPS deputy national commissioner Shadrack Sibiya to an alleged car theft and hijacking suspect. Khumalo returned to the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, presenting CCTV footage showing Sibiya driving a vehicle registered in the name of Schanick Stuart James — a man with an extensive criminal record. The commission is probing allegations of criminality, political interference, and corruption […]

November 4, 2025 279

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Former top cop Riah Phiyega denies knowing or meeting Matlala

Former National Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega has denied ever meeting or knowing alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala. This, follows testimony at the Madlanga Commission, where Witness C — involved in Matlala’s arrest in May — claimed Matlala told police he had been at Phiyega’s Midrand home shortly before being apprehended. The commission has been tasked with probing the allegations of political interference and corruption in South Africa's criminal […]

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