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Madlanga Commission | IDAC boss Andrea Johnson expected to testify after returning to work

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry says it will soon announce a new date for the testimony of Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head, Senior Advocate Andrea Johnson. This comes after the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) indicated that Johnson has reportedly returned to work following several days in hospital. Earlier this week, Johnson's legal team informed the commission that she was unable to testify after being rushed to hospital with an […]

todayJuly 17, 2026 90

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Madlanga Commission | Carrim allegedly spotted in Cape Town while reportedly receiving hospital treatment

Madlanga Commission evidence leader, Advocate Matthew Chaskalson, says controversial North West businessman, Suliman Carrim, was allegedly seen having lunch with friends in Cape Town. The claim comes despite Carrim's legal team informing the commission that he is unwell and receiving medical treatment in hospital. Advocate Chaskalson told the commission that Carrim's legal team submitted another medical certificate on Tuesday, indicating that he would be unable to appear for his scheduled […]

todayJuly 15, 2026 393

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Madlanga Commission | Experts say repeated medical absences risk undermining accountability

Some political analysts believe the growing number of witnesses citing medical reasons for missing testimony before the Madlanga Commission risks undermining accountability and public confidence in the inquiry. Their comments come after a fourth high-profile appearance was postponed in a space of two months, the latest involving Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head, Senior Advocate Andrea Johnson. Johnson is among several key witnesses who have failed to appear before the […]

todayJuly 13, 2026 191

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Madlanga Commission | Cat Matlala to appear before commission next Tuesday

Alleged crime kingpin, Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, has been subpoenaed to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Tuesday, 7 July. Matlala has reportedly agreed to testify on condition that he is not questioned about the controversial SAPS Medicare24 Tshwane District tender, citing ongoing legal proceedings involving the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). The commission says this will not affect its work or findings, adding that matters related to the controversial […]

todayJuly 2, 2026 92

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Madlanga Commission | Hawks officer calls for enhanced training in drug seizures

KwaZulu-Natal Hawks Warrant Officer, Karl Sander, says police officers are not adequately trained to handle drug seizures. Sander testified before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Monday, where he said many officers are not fully aware of the dangers associated with handling toxic substances. He told the commission that he heads a Directorate For Priority Crimes Investigations (DPCI)/Hawks narcotics training programme aimed at equipping selected officers with the skills needed […]

todayJune 1, 2026 197

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Madlanga Commission | Carrim grilled over dealings with Matlala and Maumela

Controversial North West businessman, Suleiman Carrim, says he had never met Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala before the latter allegedly approached him for a loan to finance operations linked to his SAPS Medicare 24 tender in 2024. Carrim is testied before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, that his dealings with Matlala were, at the time, purely commercial and that it was the first time he had engaged with him in business. He […]

todayMarch 10, 2026 112

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Madlanga Commission | Carrim claims he paid over R40m to businessman linked to Tembisa Hospital Scandal

The Madlanga Commission has heard evidence suggesting that controversial North West businessman, Suleiman Carrim, chanelled close to R47 million to businessman, Hangwani Morgan Maumela. Carrim testified before the commission on Monday, that the funds were transferred through Luthaga Trading Enterprise, a company owned by Maumela’s sister. He told the commission that while he and Maumela developed a friendship, they also entered into business discussions related to the mining industry. Maumela, […]

todayMarch 9, 2026 176

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Madlanga Commission | Carrim criticised for suggesting Commission endangers lives

The Madlanga Commission has rebuked controversial North West businessman, Suleiman Carrim, for suggesting that the commission endangers lives. Carrim's legal representative, Advocate Kemeel Prehmid, had challenged his client’s in-person appearance before the commission, citing concerns for his safety. He said Carrim has faced threats since his name surfaced in allegations before the commission. Commission chair, Mbuyiseli Madlanga, acknowledged that while commissioners are thick-skinned against criticism, "unbecoming behavior must still be […]

todayMarch 6, 2026 148