Alleged cartel member “Cat” Matlala to return to Madlanga Commission
Matlala is at the heart of the 6th of July allegations made by Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi
Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, an alleged cartel member, is scheduled to appear before the Madlanga Commission on Monday at 9:30am. The court proceedings were moved up from September 1st, 2026. The Madlanga Commission revealed the change on Sunday evening. Matlala is central to allegations made by KZN top cop Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on July 6th, which led to the formation of the Madlanga Commission.
The commission is responsible for investigating criminality, political interference, and corruption within the criminal justice system. Matlala faces charges including receiving an irregularly high SAPS medical contract, allegedly financing Police Minister Senzo Mchunu's political aspirations, and maintaining connections with senior police officers to advance purported cartel objectives.
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