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Madlanga Commission Adjourns as Witness F is Hospitalised

Philani Mzila — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:17:07 +0000

Sudden setback halts long-anticipated testimony

The Madlanga Commission came to an abrupt stop on Monday morning after officials confirmed, at the last minute, that Witness F had been hospitalised and could not appear to testify.

It was a sudden turn in a week expected to be intense and revealing. Witness F, a police officer at the centre of several explosive allegations, was due to take the stand for two days of questioning. Instead, the commission was told he was unavailable, leaving the room heavy with unanswered questions and a growing sense of tension around what comes next.

His testimony has now been postponed to 16 March 2026.

Commission to resume on Wednesday as attention shifts to next witness

The commission is expected to resume on Wednesday morning, and the focus has already shifted to who might testify in Witness F’s absence. One possible witness is suspended Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, whose name has repeatedly surfaced during the inquiry.

Even without testimony on Monday, the commission’s broader mission remains unchanged. It is still working through claims of improper relationships, undue influence, and serious misconduct, allegations that continue to cast a long shadow over senior policing circles.

Court application withdrawn days before scheduled appearance

Witness F’s failure to appear comes just days after he withdrew an urgent court application that sought to block his appearance before the commission and prevent investigators from showing his WhatsApp communications.

The withdrawal did little to calm the growing public interest. If anything, it sharpened it. Those messages are considered central to several lines of inquiry, including claims about access to powerful individuals, alleged firearm dealings, and conflicting accounts of police cases.

Previous testimony rattled senior SAPS ranks

Witness F has already delivered evidence that sent shockwaves through the South African Police Service. In earlier testimony, he described how alleged tenderpreneur Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala was able to move freely within SAPS headquarters and gain access to top generals, including National Commissioner Fannie Masemola and Major-General Richard Shibiri.

He also told the commission that he, Matlala, and Shibiri attended a “Thanksgiving ceremony” at Sibiya’s home in September 2024, a claim that continues to intensify scrutiny around relationships between senior officers and influential outsiders.

WhatsApp chats and firearms claims remain the most sensitive thread

Among the most delicate strands before the commission are allegations involving political interference and illicit deals. The inquiry has heard details of WhatsApp conversations between Witness F and a contact saved as the late Deputy President David Mabuza. The witness has identified the contact as Mabuza’s nephew, Siphiwe Mabuza.

The discussions allegedly revolved around the sale of 750 firearms, with Witness F admitting under questioning that he expressed interest in testing the weapons for personal use.

Disputed Mamelodi case and other controversies deepen the storm

The commission has also weighed accusations that Witness F misled the inquiry about a matter in Mamelodi. Evidence leader Matthew Chaskalson previously challenged the witness’s version, after Witness F claimed it was a domestic abuse incident. The commission, however, contends it was a murder scene where 50 cartridge cases were found.

In a separate controversy, Witness F has been linked to the arrest of blogger Musa Khawula, allegedly under pressure from former deputy minister of police Cassel Mathale.

Public scrutiny grows ahead of rescheduled appearance

Witness F’s testimony is now expected on 16 March 2026, and with it comes renewed pressure for clarity. Parts of his evidence may still be heard behind closed doors, but the public will be watching closely for answers to allegations that touch the heart of the criminal justice system.

When the commission returns on Wednesday, it is expected to confirm the updated witness schedule and indicate whether senior figures, including Sibiya, will be called to testify in open proceedings.

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Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya On How DJ Sumbody Was Murdered

Philani Mzila — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:18:47 +0000

Witness F revealed what many South Africans have been asking themselves for years.

Witness F said the direction came from Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, and he shared Musa Khawula’s arrest warrant with Matlala.

According to the news reports, the Madlanga Commission heard that Cat Matlala was approached to help police locate Musa Khawula following his X post exposing Vusumuzi Matlala’s alleged criminal and gang links.

Witness F testified that a warrant of arrest was issued against Khawula under the Cybercrime Act and crimen injuria for his social media posts.

Witness F said Khawula’s post accused Matlala of fraud at Tembisa Hospital, involvement in drug operations through DJ Sumbody, and links to the killing of Babita Deorkaran.

Deorkaran was a South African whistleblower murdered for reporting corruption at the Gauteng Department of Health, where she was working as the acting chief director financial accounting officer.

Matlala was also connected to Vusi Khekhe of the Boko Haram gang, while his wife Cordelia faced legal scrutiny for travelling with police blue lights.

Musa Khawula’s X Post Reads:

“Tebogo Thobejane’s ex-boyfriend Vusi Matlala and his wife Cordelia Matlala; a dive into their business.”

Vusi Matlala owns CAT VIP Protection Services.

Vusi Matlala is friends with Vusi Khekhe, and he is the co-boss of the Boko Haram gang.

Vusi Matlala stands accused of defrauding R1 million at Tembisa Hospital.

Cordelia recently had a lil run-in with the law for travelling with police blue lights on.

Matlala is connected in the killing of Babita Deorkaran.

Vusi Matlala used to operate his drug business through DJ Sumbody, who was shot in a strain of bullets in 2023.

Police enlisted Cat Matlala’s security company to help locate Khawula, as Matlala reportedly knew his weekend movements. Witness F explained that the decision came from Sibiya and was influenced by pressure from Deputy Police Minister Cassel Mathale.

He confirmed he only shared the arrest warrant with Matlala and no other details.

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Award Winning Producer An+d Singer Sjava To Launch His Own Amabhinca Vest

Philani Mzila — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:55:20 +0000

Award winning producer, actor and singer Sjava announced that he was in a process of launching his own branded “amabhinca” vest.

Real name Jabulani Hadebe, the Mdumise singer announced these news during his live interview with Tbo Touch on Metro FM on Tuesday.

“This year I will embark on 10th year tour and at the same I will launch my own amabhinca vest. I have not come up with the name but I’m open to suggestions,” he said.

While chatting to Touch, speaking to about his latest Inkanyezi Nenkayezi album he said it was a documentary.

“If you have been following my music, you will understand that I try by all means to be creative and give my fans music where people will relate. Many people are not aware I don’t just write but I try very hard to creative and deliver what my fans can relate to,” he said.

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ANCYL NEC MEMBER ENDORSE JOHN MPE AT THE MOLEMOLE 5 COMMOMERATION

Gavaza Ledwaba — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:29:48 +0000

The ANC has officially commemorated the Molemole Five fallen comrades at the Rangers Sports Ground in Esleben, Limpopo Province.

The mark of the fallen cadres was also used to mark the 70 years of the Freedom Charter, delivered by the Deputy Minister of Police and ANC NEC member Cassel Mathale.

Amongst the attendees were the Peter Mokaba Regional leadership, some PEC members, ANC Women’s League, ANCYL, COSAS, and various stakeholders.

The fallen comrades bus, while en route to Mbombela Stadium in 2024, crashed on the R71 road ( Makgoebaskloof near Tzaneen). The ruling party was holding a 112th anniversary in Mpumalanga province.

The commemorative visits and paid to the families of the fallen:

Setabola family
Makganyoga family
Rakubu family
Mapfumo family
Machaba family

It won’t be an ANC gathering without campaigns. Before, the key note address ascended to the pondium. A message of support by the ANCYL NEC member Douglas Ngobeni came with an endorsement and influence to the branches of the ANC

“We are going to be an ANCYL, which rises to the occasion when unemployment rises and which does not go around begging. We are to be an ANCYL that says young people want this, and young people get this. We want to lobby branches to go and convince members that John Mpe must become the ANC provincial Chairperson next year,” said Ngobeni

The crowd seemed to agree with the endorsement by a show of hands and laughter, while the key speaker prepared his speech.

Mathale led the recognition ceremony and, by declaring that they are officially regarded as ” fallen cadres,” who died in the line of duty while serving the movement.

“The ANC bond with the families of the fallen 5 is permanent,” said Cassel Mathale

He stated that the movement will continue to reconnect with and support them.

“Their undying spirits will continue to guide the ANC,” said Mathale

Mathale emphasized that the ceremony served a dual purpose marking the 70th Anniversary of the Freedom Charter ( 1955_2025).

He linked the sacrifice of Molemole 5 to the struggle for the Charter’s ideals, specifically celebrating its key clauses.

Since the incident, the Peter Mokaba region has maintained a permanent relationship with grieving families by providing food vouchers and gifts to ensure dignified holiday periods for the survivors.

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A Wall of Remembrance Unveiled for Late Police Officers in Free State

Philani Mzila — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:42:28 +0000

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Free State unveiled a Wall of Remembrance on Saturday morning in a solemn tribute to police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The ceremony was marked by a powerful moment of reflection, honouring the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to uphold safety and justice.

Described as a symbol of courage and dedication, the memorial wall stands as a lasting testament to the lives cut short by senseless acts of violence.

Each name engraved tells a story of bravery and service to the nation.

Deputy Minister of Police, Cassel Mathale, spoke with deep emotion, reminding mourners that behind every name is a grieving family.

“It is my hope that the senseless killing of our men and women in blue will come to an end. They may be gone, but they will not be forgotten,” he said.

Free State Premier Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae delivered the keynote address, calling the wall “a sanctuary of stories.”

She emphasised the human lives behind the uniforms—parents, children, and friends—who faced daily danger to protect their communities.

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Cassel Mathale Faces Ad Hoc Committee | 28 Oct 2025

MDNtv — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:56:25 +0000

Deputy Police Minister Cassel Mathale appears today before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee, known as the Mkhwanazi Committee, probing allegations of corruption and political interference within the South African Police Service (SAPS).

The committee is expected to question Mathale about:

His knowledge of alleged corrupt activities inside SAPS

The disbandment of the political killings task team

His working relationship with Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, who is currently on leave

This appearance follows explosive testimonies by Bheki Cele and Senzo Mchunu, which exposed deep divisions and alleged cartel links within SAPS leadership.

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