Cat Matlala Expected To Testify As Madlanga Commission Resumes Public Hearings

The Madlanga Commission is set to resume its public hearings, with alleged criminal kingpin Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala expected to take the stand on Monday and Tuesday.

The commission, which is investigating alleged criminality, political interference and corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system, will also hear from several high-profile witnesses over the coming weeks.

Those scheduled to testify under subpoena include suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and Crime Intelligence head Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo.

Senior Police Officials Expected Before Madlanga Commission

The upcoming testimony is expected to include evidence from senior figures in the police service and government as the commission continues its investigation into alleged wrongdoing within the criminal justice system.

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Mchunu, Mkhwanazi and Khumalo are among the witnesses scheduled to appear under subpoena.

Commission Has Held In-Camera Hearings

Since October 5, the commission has heard from several witnesses in camera, with proceedings held privately because of ongoing investigations and/or the confidential nature of the evidence.

The resumption of public hearings will allow the commission to continue examining evidence in its investigation.

The commission is expected to submit its final report to President Cyril Ramaphosa by January 25, 2027.