The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, currently sitting in Pretoria, is expected to hear testimony from a new witness this week as the inquiry nears its final phase. Established by President Cyril Ramaphosa in July 2025, the commission is chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga and is tasked with investigating systemic corruption within South Africa’s security cluster.
Mandate And Investigation Progress
The commission was initiated following high-level allegations of collusion and political interference originally brought to light by KZN Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on 6 July 2025. In late July 2026, the inquiry sessions gained significant attention when former Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head, Advocate Andrea Johnson, provided detailed testimony regarding the alleged misuse of crime intelligence funds.
Government Stance And Timeline
Speaking at a media briefing in Cape Town, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, emphasised the importance of the commission’s work. The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry demonstrates government’s commitment to addressing institutional weaknesses and strengthening the capacity of the State,” Kubayi said.
President Ramaphosa has extended the deadline for the commission’s final report to 16 November 2026 to ensure all relevant evidence is reviewed. The inquiry remains a critical test for the integrity of state law enforcement, with findings expected to dictate future prosecutions and necessary structural reforms.
This report is based on official government records and documented timelines regarding the commission’s activities. We will check with the commission’s secretariat for further updates on the witness schedule by Monday morning.