Mkhwanazi said Matlala was among individuals considered for a peace officer initiative aimed at helping the EMPD manage traffic congestion, school safety operations and major public events.

Among the most striking exchanges was a message in which Matlala appeared to express confidence about influence within the South African Police Service (SAPS).

The commission has also heard allegations that Mkhwanazi drafted unauthorised Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) that benefited underworld tycoon, Vusimuzi " Cat" Matlala.