Advocate Andy Mothibi, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) boss, has announced that more arrests are imminent in the Madlanga Commission fallout, with several high-profile figures already implicated. The commission, established by President Cyril Ramaphosa, has been investigating alleged corruption and rot within the justice system.
According to Mothibi, the SAPS task team is working tirelessly to finalize more cases, with arrests expected to take place within weeks. The NPA boss revealed that some of the individuals set to be arrested have already appeared before the Madlanga Commission, but declined to provide further details on the specific municipalities involved.
Madlanga Commission: A Brief Overview
The Madlanga Commission was established after KwaZulu-Natal provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made explosive allegations about corruption, political interference, and the protection of criminal networks within the justice system. The commission has been tasked with uncovering the truth and bringing those responsible to justice.
Key Figures Implicated
Several high-profile figures have already been arrested in connection with the Madlanga Commission, including:
- Suspended EMPD deputy chief Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi, who faces charges of fraud, corruption, and defeating the ends of justice.
- City manager for the City of Ekurhuleni Kagiso Lerutla, who was arrested on April 19, 2026.
- Suspended and disgraced Fannie Ezekiel Nkosi, from the Gauteng Organised Crime Unit.
- Former South African Police Service (SAPS) Special Task Force member Matipandile Sotheni.
For more information on the Madlanga Commission, visit the South African Government website. The commission’s findings and recommendations can also be found on the Wikipedia page.
