A shocking revelation has emerged from the Madlanga Commission, where the head of Crime Intelligence, Lt-Gen. Dumisani Khumalo, exposed a sinister scheme involving a high-ranking police officer. The truth is out: a deputy commissioner allegedly used a trusted subordinate to collect bribes from criminal cartels, and the evidence is damning.
Lt-Gen. Shadrack Sibiya, a suspended deputy police commissioner, is accused of employing Sergeant F. Nkosi as his personal courier for illicit cash payoffs. Nkosi, stationed at the SAPS headquarters in Pretoria, was Sibiya's go-to man for these underhanded dealings. The commission's testimony, supported by CCTV footage and photographs, paints a clear picture.
On November 27 last year, Nkosi was seen visiting the Sandhurst mansion of Katiso "KT" Molefe, a businessman accused of murder. The footage shows Nkosi entering the mansion, spending a brief time inside, and then leaving with a large white bag. Khumalo suggests that Nkosi was there to collect something prepared for him, an indication of a pre-arranged transaction.
"Witness C" identified Nkosi as the officer who regularly collected money from cartel members on Sibiya's behalf. This witness also claimed that Nkosi handled bribe payments from two notorious figures: Molefe and Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, an alleged tender tycoon facing corruption and racketeering charges. The testimony suggests a pattern of corruption, with Sibiya allegedly receiving millions in cash from Matlala over several months, with Nkosi acting as the middleman.
The alleged payments to Sibiya included lavish gifts and large sums of cash. In one instance, R2 million in cash was delivered to Sibiya's Sandton residence, supposedly for a guesthouse property. On another occasion, Sibiya instructed Matlala to hide R200,000 in a dustbin at his Pretoria office, which Nkosi then collected.
But here's where it gets controversial: the alleged payment chain took a dramatic turn just days after Nkosi's visit to Molefe's property. Molefe was arrested in a joint operation by the GCIOPS and PKTT units, an operation that was reportedly interfered with by members of the Hawks. This raises questions about the integrity of the entire operation and the potential influence of higher-ups.
Investigators are now analyzing Matlala's bank accounts to trace the cash movements linked to these transactions. The Madlanga Commission's inquiry continues, with Khumalo set to provide further testimony on Wednesday. This case has all the hallmarks of a high-stakes drama, and we can't help but wonder: what other secrets will be unveiled? And this is the part most people miss: the potential impact of this corruption on the very fabric of our justice system. It's a reminder that we must remain vigilant and demand transparency from those in power.
What are your thoughts on this unfolding scandal? Do you think justice will be served, or will these alleged criminals walk free? We invite you to share your opinions and engage in a thoughtful discussion in the comments below.
