Mkhwanazi turned his frustration on the commission and the intense public attention surrounding his testimony, arguing that he was being unfairly singled out.

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 testimony comes as the inquiry continues to uncover what it describes as systemic corruption inside the EMPD, including the alleged operations of a rogue unit reportedly…