KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made a series of explosive allegations against Cat Matlala and government officials at the ongoing Madlanga Commission. The high-profile inquiry, established by President Cyril Ramaphosa to investigate corruption and political meddling within law enforcement, heard how controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala was granted the privileged use of official blue-light vehicles.
General Mkhwanazi stated that the provision of these emergency-response vehicles, which allow bypassing of normal traffic laws, was facilitated by officials within the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department. He suggested that well-connected “tenderpreneurs” like Matlala often enjoy protection from certain figures within the state apparatus. The matter, he revealed, was first brought to light by the now-suspended chief of the same metro police force.
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Mkhwanazi Points Finger at Meddling MPs
The Commissioner’s testimony did not stop there. He launched a startling accusation against two sitting Members of Parliament, alleging they had dangerously interfered with sensitive intelligence operations. He specifically named Mr Fadiel Adams of the National Coloured Congress and Ms Dianne Kohler Barnard of the Democratic Alliance.
Detailing his claims, General Mhlwanazi asserted, “Mr Adams has been in possession of classified information which he has used recklessly. Furthermore, he has laid criminal charges against the Crime Intelligence Unit which are completely unsubstantiated.” Regarding Kohler Barnard, he claimed she had publicly made allegations about the significant misuse of the unit’s secret funds. These accusations were linked by the General to the ongoing troubles of General Dumisani Khumalo, the head of Crime Intelligence, who is himself facing fraud charges.
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A Firm Denial from Parliament
Unsurprisingly, the serious allegations have been met with firm rebuttals from those implicated. Representatives for both MPs have categorically denied any wrongdoing. They have stated their clients will provide a comprehensive response and clear their names when the Commission reconvenes for its next phase of hearings, setting the stage for a further dramatic confrontation. The nation watches and waits as the Madlanga Commission continues its crucial work in uncovering the truth.