South Africa: Criminal Links of South Africa's Private Security Companies Also Require Scrutiny
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- timeslive.co.zaseen 20 Aug, 04:24description edited
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Matlala was questioned about bribing senior police officers, his tender with SAPS and his relationships.Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala on Monday appeared at the Madlanga commission of inquiry, where he refused to answer some questions, saying he did not want to incriminate himself.
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How it spread - 28 original reports, 1 reprint
Fri, 14 August 2026
1 report- AllAfrica07:27
[ISS] Involvement of criminal actors in the private security industry raises questions about industries' management of firearms.
Mon, 17 August 2026
4 reports- ewn.co.za03:50first to report
Alleged crime kingpin Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala is accused of tender fraud over his multimillion-rand healthcare contract with the SAPS, as well as a litany of corruption allegations.
- AllAfrica05:54
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- AllAfrica08:51
[Scrolla] Vusimuzi Matlala will testify under subpoena as the Madlanga Commission examines claims that he bribed police officials and built relationships with insiders. Matlala rejected a 12 year prison sentence in a tender fraud plea deal and will now stand trial after negotiations collapsed.
- jacarandafm.com11:00
Businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has invoked his right against self-incrimination at the Madlanga Commission.
Tue, 18 August 2026
2 reports- sowetan.co.za03:00
Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala repeatedly invoked his right against self-incrimination during his appearance before the Madlanga commission, refusing to answer questions regarding fraudulent tenders, alleged gratification to officials, and his business dealings.
- timeslive.co.za03:30edited after publishing
Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala on Monday appeared at the Madlanga commission of inquiry, where he refused to answer some questions, saying he did not want to incriminate himself.
Mon, 24 August 2026
3 reports- ewn.co.za05:28
Matlala's testimony was postponed last Monday to allow him time to consult with his legal team.
- AllAfrica08:24
[Scrolla] Vusimuzi Matlala is expected to answer more questions about senior police officials and his alleged links to the criminal underworld at the Madlanga Commission. A 22-year-old suspect charged with murdering boxing champion Zolani Tete and attempting to murder a woman is expected in court on Monday.
- ewn.co.za08:55
Matlala is back on the hotseat on Monday morning for the continuation of his testimony.
Tue, 25 August 2026
2 reports- timeslive.co.za10:29
Vusimusi 'Cat' Matlala told the Madlanga commission that he and tender tycoon Hangwani Maumela invested money together to bid for government tenders and later shared a 10% profit.
- jacarandafm.com10:30
A tense exchange between Madlanga Commission Evidence Leader Advocate Mahlape Sello and lawyer Advocate Anneline van den Heever on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 August 2026
1 report- dailymaverick.co.za21:49
Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala said he never paid money to suspended deputy police chief Shadrack Sibiya, but claimed Sergeant Fannie Nkosi collected money from people in Gauteng on Sibiya’s behalf.…
Fri, 28 August 2026
2 reports- ewn.co.za06:38
Sibanyoni is well-known in Mpumalanga, where he owns a large fleet of taxis and has alleged links to alleged criminals such as Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala.
- AllAfrica08:30
[Scrolla] Taxi boss Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni is expected to testify at the Madlanga Commission on Friday about Kwaggafontein and alleged criminal syndicates. Sibanyoni runs a fleet of around 400 minibus taxis and was previously the target of an alleged 2022 assassination attempt linked to Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- timeslive.co.za11:59
Defence lawyers decry 'blatant refusal' to consult accused after adjournment
Thu, 10 September 2026
1 report- sowetan.co.za16:00
Defence lawyer challenges police version as proceedings are postponed to Friday for further state evidence.
Tue, 22 September 2026
1 report- enca.com00:00
The wife of alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, Tsakane, has been arrested.
Wed, 23 September 2026
1 report- sowetan.co.za09:10
Four people linked to Matlala in court on Wednesday.
Tue, 29 September 2026
2 reports- AllAfrica06:04
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- sowetan.co.za12:28
Lt-Gen Shadrack Sibiya set to face disciplinary hearing in October over Madlanga commission findings
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- timeslive.co.za29 Sept, 12:28their copy
Sat, 3 October 2026
2 reports- timeslive.co.za22:00
A police forensic report into former police minister Bheki Cele has recommended he be criminally prosecuted for allegedly receiving unlawful “gratification” from Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala’s companies
- timeslive.co.za22:00
Investigative reporting exposes extortion, cover-ups and criminal underworld ties, writes Makhudu Sefara
Sun, 4 October 2026
1 report- sowetan.co.za07:48
Report alleges former police minister received cash and luxury accommodation from alleged crime boss ‘Cat’ Matlala
Tue, 6 October 2026
1 report- enca.com00:00
Padayachee was shot and killed in Ekurhuleni on Monday night, while one passenger remains hospitalised in serious condition and a third walked away unharmed.
Fri, 16 October 2026
1 report- sowetan.co.za10:48
Suspect detained moments before planned international departure from OR Tambo airport
Wed, 21 October 2026
2 reports- AllAfrica05:53
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- mg.co.za11:25
Media houses have opposed an application to hear the testimony of acting Nicoc coordinator Ntandazo Sifolo behind closed doors at the Madlanga Commission,…