Former Bosasa chief operating officer and whistleblower Angelo Agrizzi has formally requested permission to testify before the Madlanga Commission under witness protection, saying he has fresh sworn evidence alleging political interference in the investigation and prosecution of the Bosasa corruption scandal.

Former Bosasa chief operating officer and whistleblower Angelo Agrizzi has asked to appear before the Madlanga Commission, saying he is ready to present fresh sworn evidence alleging political interference in the investigation and prosecution of the Bosasa corruption scandal.

The document was leaked to IOL by sources who said Agrizzi has asked to testify under witness protection

Sources confirmed to IOL that Agrizzi has formally requested permission to testify under witness protection. His submission focuses on the conduct of the Hawks, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC).

"I am Angelo Agrizzi, the whistleblower whose voluntary evidence to the Zondo Commission exposed the corruption within Bosasa and the bribery of public officials," Agrizzi said in his sworn submission.