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NKABINDE ENQUIRY LIVE | CHAUKE FITNESS UNDER INTENSE SCRUTINY

MDNtv — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:38:11 +0000

The NKABINDE ENQUIRY CONTINUES LIVE TODAY as public hearings intensify around the FITNESS OF ANDREW CHAUKE TO HOLD THE OFFICE OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS.

The Nkabinde Enquiry continues in terms of section 12(6) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act, with the mandate to determine whether Advocate Andrew Chauke remains fit and proper to occupy the position of Director of Public Prosecutions. The hearings follow evidence and submissions presented before proceedings adjourned in December.

As the Nkabinde Enquiry continues, the public hearings are expected to hear further testimony from witnesses led by the Evidence Leaders, as well as witnesses called by Advocate Chauke’s legal team. The enquiry continues its fact-finding process with significant implications for prosecutorial leadership, accountability, and the rule of law.

Today’s LIVE sitting marks a critical continuation of the Nkabinde Enquiry, as the commission continues examining evidence and testimony relating to Andrew Chauke’s fitness for office.

Proceedings are broadcast LIVE as the NKABINDE ENQUIRY CONTINUES.

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BREAKING NEWS | CAT MATLALA PRE TRIAL HALTED | COURT TO RULE ON GAUTENG TRANSFER

MDNtv — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:56:02 +0000

The Johannesburg High Court has postponed the pre trial hearing of alleged crime boss Vusimuzi Cat Matlala and his four co accused to 6 February 2026, granting additional time for legal consultations and arguments around his detention location.

Matlala, who faces multiple attempted murder and related charges together with his wife Tsakane Matlala, is currently being held at eBongweni Super Maximum Correctional Centre.

His legal team has argued that his detention outside Gauteng severely limits access to their client and undermines trial preparation. The defence is formally seeking his transfer closer to the Johannesburg High Court, where proceedings are being heard.

The court has indicated it will consider the transfer request while the matter remains postponed.

This case continues to draw national attention due to the seriousness of the charges and the legal questions around detainee access and fair trial preparation.

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NKABINDE ENQUIRY RESUMES TODAY | CHAUKE FITNESS EXAMINED | LIVE PUBLIC HEARINGS

MDNtv — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:43:53 +0000

The Nkabinde Enquiry resumes its public hearings today, entering a decisive phase in the inquiry into the fitness of Andrew Chauke to hold the office of Director of Public Prosecutions.

Established in terms of section 12(6) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act, the Enquiry is mandated to determine whether Advocate Chauke remains fit and proper to occupy the position, following evidence and submissions presented prior to the adjournment in December.

As proceedings resume, the Enquiry is expected to hear further testimony from witnesses led by the Evidence Leaders, as well as witnesses called by Advocate Chauke’s legal team, as the fact-finding process continues.

Today’s sitting marks an important continuation of the public hearings, with implications for prosecutorial leadership and institutional accountability within the justice system.

Proceedings are broadcast live as the Enquiry continues its examination of evidence and testimony.

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