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Mashatile Denies Link to Cat Matlala as Police Sergeant Testifies at Madlanga Commission

Sam Thangwane — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:04:26 +0000

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has categorically denied any connection to controversial businessman Vusimuzi Cat Matlala, following testimony at the #MadlangaCommission of Inquiry that suggested Matlala urgently needed his bank card ahead of a meeting with the deputy president Paul Mashatile and a General Shadrack official.

The denial came hours after Sergeant Fannie Nkosi of the Gauteng Organised Crime Unit testified that Matlala had phoned him demanding the return of his Luxor black bank card “urgently” because he had scheduled meetings with Mashatile and suspended Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya. According to a handwritten statement Nkosi gave to police after a raid on his home, the call occurred around December 23, 2025.

Nkosi, who had possession of the card at the time and had used it with Matlala’s permission to buy boat accessories, told the commission he could not speculate on why Matlala needed it back. He omitted any reference to Mashatile when he later typed up his statement for the inquiry, describing the omission as a “human error.”

In a swift response, Mashatile’s office stated that the deputy president does not know Matlala, has never met him, and was out of the country on the date in question. Spokesperson Keith Khoza emphasised there was “no connection whatsoever” between the deputy president and the alleged underworld figure.

The testimony forms part of the Madlanga Commission’s broader probe into alleged infiltration of criminal syndicates into the police and criminal justice system.

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SAPS Deputy National Commissioner Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, Is Appearing Again Before The Ad Hoc Committee Of Parliament

Philani Mzila — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:13:34 +0000

South African Police Service (SAPS) Deputy National Commissioner Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, is appearing again before an Ad Hoc Committee of Parliament on Tuesday.

Mosikili’s appearance forms part of an ongoing inquiry into allegations of political interference in the justice system that were by KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) top cop Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi in July last year.

Other reasons for her appearance is the decision to disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT).

Mosikili is testifying because she served as the Acting National Commissioner for a period when SAPS Commissioner General Fannie Masemola was on leave, during which time a directive from the suspended Minister Senzo Mchunu was brought to her attention on or after December 31, 2024.

During the media briefing, Mkhwanazi alleged that suspended Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya took control of 121 case dockets linked to political killings without proper authorisation.

“This was done without the instructions of the national commissioner, nor I, as the provincial commissioner. These dockets have, since March, been sitting at the head office, without work being done on them.

“Five of these dockets had already instructions to arrest perpetrators, but nothing has been done because a lieutenant general, Sibiya, executing the instructions of the minister, withdrew all these dockets and is sitting in his office in Pretoria. God knows why,” he said.

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Imran Butt Reports Alleged Threat After Indicating Willingness to Testify at Madlanga Commission

Hlakaniphile Magadlela — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:06:58 +0000

Pakistani national Imran Butt has reported receiving an alleged indirect threat after formally stating that he intends to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.

Butt previously came forward after being implicated during testimony by suspended SAPS Deputy National Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya.

In media interviews, Butt denied any wrongdoing and accused Sibiya of extorting money from him under the guise of “protection fees,” insisting that he wants the commission to hear his side of the story.

According to a letter submitted to the commission by his legal representatives, Butt received a missed WhatsApp call on Friday, 20 February 2026, from a senior police official who is currently on suspension.

When he returned the call, the official allegedly informed him that Sibiya had instructed him to warn Butt to “back off” from engaging with the commission.

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Tensions Spark As Suspended SAPS Deputy Commissioner Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya Talks about Musa Khawula’s Arrest at Madlanga Commission

Philani Mzila — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:02:08 +0000

Suspended Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya’s testimony at the Madlanga Commission intensified as the spotlight fell on Cat Matlala, General Shibiri, Brown Mogotsi, and controversial blogger Musa Khawula.

Sibiya dropped explosive claims about the arrest warrants alleging pressure from political offices and even references to the “after 9” clubs.

The commissioner revisited screenshots of posts allegedly made by Blogger Musa Khawula containing serious allegations about Cat Matlala.

Evidence showed that General Shibiri messaged Musa saying, “Don’t run the story Chommie. He’s a good guy. He never bothers anyone and lives a private life.”

Commissioners suggested this looked like an attempt to shield Matlala.

Sibiya said he could not say whether anyone was protecting anyone. But the real tension erupted over an arrest warrant.

Evidence before the commission shows Sergeant Fannie Nkosi sent Cat Matlala a copy of Musa Khawula’s arrest warrant. Sibiya agreed under questioning that sharing a warrant with a private individual would be improper. However, he strongly denied instructing anyone to send it.

Nkosi’s version is clear, he says Sibiya told him to forward the warrant to Matlala because Matlala’s security company had insight into places Musa allegedly frequented on weekends.

Sibiya rejected this outright. He said he never gave such an instruction and insisted he would not involve a private security company in executing an arrest.

The commission then pressed him about the reasoning allegedly given, that Matlala and his security team knew the venues Musa visited. That’s when an unusual detail emerged.

When asked about the locations, Sibiya described them as “after 9 clubs” referring effectively late-night gay club venues.

Sibiya initially wrote the description down before confirming verbally that he was referring to after-9 establishments.

Another major issue was why Sibiya appeared consistently updated about Musa Khawula’s arrest.

Messages showed he was informed when Musa was detained in Sandton cells and when the arrest was confirmed.

Commissioners questioned why he was kept in the loop so closely when the matter was not directly under his command structure.

Sibiya’s response was that he works closely with certain operational teams and often stays informed on arrests, especially when warrants are involved.

He denied having any special or personal interest in Musa’s case.

As if this was not enough, Sibiya was further confronted with a series of messages suggesting arrangements were being made to transport impalas to his home.

“I’ve never had impalas delivered to my home,” Sibiya said repeatedly.

The commission heard that on March 21, 2024, Matlala forwarded a voice note to Nkosi. In the recording, a man asks for a pin drop “for where the impala must go.”

Nkosi immediately forwarded the voice note to Sibiya with the message: “Morning it’s from Cat.”

Sibiya acknowledged receiving the message and confirmed that the WhatsApp number used in the exchange belongs to him.

The Madlanga Commission will resume for the fifth time today and Sibiya is expected to wrap up his testimony.

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SHADRACK SIBIYA GRILLED | MADLANGA COMMISSION DAY 5 LIVE

MDNtv — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:48:42 +0000

Day 5 of testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry continues as suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya returns to the stand.

Sibiya faces serious allegations including interference in investigations, defeating the ends of justice, and alleged corruption. His testimony remains central to the Commission’s probe into high-level policing decisions and accountability within SAPS.

On Day 5, expect:

* Continued questioning and clarification of previous evidence
* Possible challenges from evidence leaders
* Key moments that could shape the Commission’s findings
* Further insight into internal police dynamics

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SHADRACK SIBIYA GRILLED | MADLANGA COMMISSION DAY 4 LIVE

MDNtv — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:37:33 +0000

Lt. Gen. Shadrack Sibiya returns to the hot seat as the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry enters Day 4.

Today’s proceedings intensify as evidence leaders press Sibiya on key allegations, internal SAPS decisions, and claims raised by previous witnesses. With mounting pressure and growing public scrutiny, Day 4 could be a decisive moment in the Commission.

Will Sibiya clarify the disputed arrests?
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Imran Butt Seeks Chance to Clear His Name in High-Stakes Corruption Probe

Philani Mzila — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:52:12 +0000

In a move that underscores the ongoing drama surrounding South Africa’s criminal justice system, attorneys for businessman Imran Butt have formally reached out to the Madlanga Commission, requesting an opportunity for their client to testify and set the record straight. The letter, dated February 20, 2026, comes amid allegations that have painted Butt in a harsh light, stemming from testimony by Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya.

Butt’s legal team at BDK Attorneys emphasizes fairness and the right to be heard, invoking the age-old principle of “audi alteram partem” – hearing the other side. They argue that recent evidence presented to the commission has unfairly implicated Butt in serious criminal activities, and he’s eager to appear under oath to share his perspective and counter any inferences drawn from Sibiya’s statements.

The request is straightforward and respectful: coordinate with the commission’s chairperson to arrange Butt’s appearance, provide details on timing and procedures, and clarify if he needs to submit a sworn affidavit or supporting documents ahead of time. “Our client is acting in good faith to help the commission achieve a complete and balanced understanding,” the letter states, highlighting Butt’s commitment to transparency in this probe into criminality, political meddling, and corruption.

This development adds another layer to the Madlanga Commission’s work, which has been scrutinizing deep-rooted issues in the justice system. For Butt, it’s a personal bid to reclaim his narrative in what could be a pivotal moment for accountability in South Africa. As the commission continues its inquiry, all eyes will be on how they respond to this call for due process.

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SHADRACK SIBIYA GRILLED | MADLANGA COMMISSION DAY 3 LIVE

MDNtv — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:21:11 +0000

Lt. Gen. Shadrack Sibiya returns to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Day 3 of his testimony (20 February 2026).

Day 3 continues questioning into allegations, operational decisions and matters raised during his first appearance, as the Commission probes key issues surrounding law enforcement leadership and accountability.

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Embattled And Suspended Deputy SAPS Commissioner General Shadrack Sibiya Fights Back

Philani Mzila — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:16:22 +0000

Suspended Deputy Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has claimed that General Hilda Khosi Senthumule the Acting Deputy National Commissioner for Crime Detection, did a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL).

Sibiya dropped this bomb after he had asked the Madlanga Commission to play a recording where he is facing cross examination at Madlanga Commission.

Sibiya further said that the company that paid for Senthumule’s BBL was Meducare 24 which is the company owned businessman by Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.

From the morning l, it seemed as if Sibiya does not want to go down alone when he revealed Senthumele’s alleged links with Matlala.

“It has been alleged that General Senthumule personally benefited from Matlala in circumstances that were not disclosed. These allegations include certain medical procedures, the cost of which were paid for by Matlala. I am advised that these benefits were not declared through any formal disclosure. I think we , we had a witness F here that spoke about some senior SAPS senior managers who recieved BBL,” he said.

Sibiya said that there were reasoning he was revealing all of this is because of a statement he made about him to SAPS National Commissioner Lieutenant General Fanie Masemola.

“A further point of concern for me is that General Senthumule has publicly denied having a an association with Matlala. This denial is however difficult to reconcile with information that has come to my attention in particular, it appears that Matlala was invited on the instruction of Senthumule to attend SAPS Service Excellence Awards and that the donation was accepted from this company Medicare24 in connection with that event. I am in possession of a WhatsApp communication which indicate that General Senthumule instructed General Manamela to extend an invitation to attend the Service Excellence Awards,” he said.

It further emerged that Matlala donated 10 fridges during the event.

It will be revealed that Brigadier Rachel Matjeng had earlier revealed she knew colleagues who’d had BBLs, but didn’t say who funded them.

Now Sibiya has put Senthumule front and center in the shocking commission testimony.

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“The PKTT Was Not Involved In The Investigation Into The Disappearance Of Pretoria Businessman Jerry Boshoga”-Suspended Deputy Police Commissioner LtG Shadrack Sibiya

Philani Mzila — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:57:27 +0000

Suspended Deputy Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya told the Madlanga Commission that the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) was not involved in the investigation into the disappearance of Pretoria businessman Jerry Boshoga.

Boshoga has been missing since November 2024 after a business meeting in Centurion in Gauteng.

During his testimony Sibiya said he assembled a substantial team of experts to investigate Boshoga’s disappearance, which followed prior ransom demands.

“I need to take time and explain this matter of Jerry Boshoga. This matter was reported and investigated by Gauteng Organised Crime. The family member who is a Director in the Union Buildings, he is a brother in-law, he came to my office complaining that Mr Boshokga has been kidnapped for far too long and they felt nothing was being done. I called the structures, I put together a bigger team on this matter.

“We were all seated in my office and I told them that guys we cannot fail on this matter. We appointed Shihangule and other Kernel to lead the investigation. I request that the Commission summon the investigators to come with the docket and testify before you and share how far they are with the investigation. This thing of saying I’m friends with Cat Matlala, I don’t know where is it coming from,” he said.

Sibiya stated that the PKTT played no role in the Boshoga investigation, distancing the unit from the case.

Boshoga, who is a farmer was kidnapped in November 2024 after attending a meeting at a restaurant in Rooihuiskraal, Centurion.

His family reportedly received ransom demands of up to R10 million, along with disturbing videos.

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