South Africa - Pretoria - 24 August 2026 - Controversial businessman Vusimuzi Matlala, appeared before at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
Alleged cartel boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has refused to comment on his relationship with suspended police deputy commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, including claims that he delivered impalas to the general, saying he could incriminate himself in an ongoing investigation.
Matlala revealed these details during his testimony before the Madlanga Commission on Monday, where evidence leader Mahlape Sello SC questioned him about his links to senior police officials.
Matlala acknowledged that he and Sibiya had spoken more frequently and had social interactions but declined to provide details.
“I am a suspect in a matter under investigation which relates to my interaction with him [Sibiya],” Matlala said.
