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KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has testified that alleged underworld boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala was working behind the scenes to position one of his close associates as the national police commissioner.Mkhwanazi made the revelation while testifying before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria on Thursday, presenting messages retrieved from Matlala’s cellphone.- Advertisement – Matlala’s Alleged Plot To Oust MasemolaAccording to Mkhwanazi, the text messages showed that Matlala was pushing for the arrest and removal of the current National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola.“The response from Matlala says ‘my person is going to be a national commissioner now’. Mr Van…

Defence Minister Angie Motshekga has confirmed that South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chief General Rudzani Maphwanya will not face disciplinary measures following remarks he made during a visit to Iran.Motshekga also extended the same position to Rear Admiral Prince Tshabalala, who wrote an opinion piece defending Maphwanya’s trip, stressing that it was published in his personal capacity.- Advertisement – Maphwanya drew criticism last month after pledging “common goals” with Iran and stating his visit carried “a political message.” His comments prompted the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) to distance itself from the statements, while the Presidency labelled…

The Pretoria High Court has struck the MK Party’s urgent application against the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry from the roll.The matter was heard on an urgent basis this morning, but the court ruled that it did not meet the threshold for urgency.- Advertisement – Zuma-Led Party Challenges Commission and AppointmentThe MK Party, led by former President Jacob Zuma, approached the court to challenge the establishment of the commission. The party also contested the appointment of Professor Firoz Cachalia as acting Police Minister.Madlanga Commission.YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Zuma And MK Party Urge Court Not To Dismiss Case Against Ramaphosa On ‘Technicality’The…

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has revealed that investigators have collected evidence suggesting a link between Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and criminal syndicates.Speaking under oath at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on its opening day at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria, Mkhwanazi said investigators will formally present the material to the commission. Some of the evidence may only be disclosed during closed sessions.- Advertisement – “The evidence is there that will support my conclusion. Men and women who are part of the investigation in Gauteng will come before this commission and confirm that evidence under oath,” Mkhwanazi stated.Gauteng…

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has cautioned against underestimating the influence of alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlalala within law enforcement agencies.Testifying before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Thursday, the KZN police commissioner detailed how some of Matlalala’s personal vehicles were registered and maintained by the City of Ekurhuleni.- Advertisement – Blue Lights and Municipal PrivilegesThe revelation first surfaced last year through Eyewitness News, which reported that Matlalala’s cars were illegally fitted with blue lights supplied by Ekurhuleni’s police chief, Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi.A classified report from the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) corroborated these findings.Advertisements Madlanga Commission.According to the…

Lawyers representing former President Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party have urged the Pretoria High Court not to dismiss their case against President Cyril Ramaphosa on what they call a “technicality.”The court is currently considering whether the MK Party’s challenge to Ramaphosa’s decisions is urgent. At the centre of the dispute is the establishment of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into the Police and the appointment of Professor Firoz Cachalia as Acting Police Minister.- Advertisement – Dali Mpofu Accuses Ramaphosa Of Dodging MeritsRepresenting the MK Party, Advocate Dali Mpofu argued that President Ramaphosa is attempting to avoid having…

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is set to continue testifying at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry when hearings resume in Pretoria on Thursday.During Wednesday’s session, Mkhwanazi highlighted the role of the KwaZulu-Natal political killings task team in Gauteng, which led to the arrests of Katiso Molefe and Vusimusi ‘Cat’ Matlala.- Advertisement – Molefe has been implicated in the murder of popular musician DJ Sumbody, whose real name was Oupa Sefoka. Meanwhile, Matlala faces charges of attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and money laundering.Mkhwanazi: “The Decision Got Us Results”Speaking about the significance of the team’s involvement, Mkhwanazi stressed…

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Pretoria’s Brigitte Mabandla Justice College became the focal point on Wednesday as the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry officially got underway.The commission, chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, is investigating claims of corruption and interference in South Africa’s criminal justice system, brought forward by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi in July.- Advertisement – Ahead of Mkhwanazi’s appearance, the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party expressed strong opposition to the inquiry, arguing that its formation was politically motivated.MK Party Launches Picket Against Alleged Judicial BiasThe MK Party is scheduled to hear a North Gauteng High Court ruling on Thursday regarding its bid…

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has sounded the alarm on the state of South Africa’s justice system, warning it faces “total collapse” without immediate intervention.His testimony came Wednesday as he opened proceedings at the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, led by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga.- Advertisement – The commission, currently sitting at the Bridgette Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria, investigates alleged political interference within the South African Police Service (SAPS), criminal networks operating within law enforcement, and the shielding of syndicates by officials.Mkhwanazi Stands by Dramatic July…