WATCH | ‘I don’t know Senzo Mchunu’: Cat Matlala tells Madlanga Commission
Matlala also rejected any suggestion that he had sought favours from the minister or communicated with him through intermediaries.
Cat Matlala, the alleged criminal tycoon, testified before the Madlanga Commission that he does not consider Mike Van Wyk, the CEO of Medicare, a friend. The CEO of the company, which had a contract with the South African Police Service, is currently part of a court case. Matlala invoked his right to remain silent regarding this matter, stating he did not want to incriminate himself.
He also denied any connection to Andrew Boy Mthethwa and Katiso Molefe, claiming he only met Brown Mogotsi after Mogotsi called him following the raid on his home. Prior to this, Matlala claimed he had no prior dealings with Mogotsi. Mogotsi allegedly impersonated an official from the police minister's office and sought financial assistance from Matlala, who denied any relationship with Mogotsi or any senior police figures, including Senzo Mchunu, the KZN police commissioner.
Matlala also denied any relationship with Senzo Mchunu, stating he never met the minister and had no interactions with him. When asked if he had ever offered Mchunu a gift, benefit, or inducement, Matlala rejected the suggestion, distancing himself from allegations of seeking favor from the minister or communicating with him through intermediaries.
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