The case against former Special Task Force police officer Matiphandile Sotheni has been postponed following a brief appearance at the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court on Monday. Sotheni is linked to the murder of Marius van der Merwe, who appeared as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission late last year. He faces six charges, including conspiracy to commit murder, premeditated murder, attempted murder, and possession of unlicensed ammunition. State prosecutor Advocate Nqobile Maphalala says the state will oppose Sotheni’s bail application, arguing…

A civilian, Ze Nxumalo, appears to have exercised extensive control over police operations, including investigations. Cellphone records presented at the Madlanga Commission on Monday revealed that Nxumalo maintained frequent contact with several officers, keeping them updated on Khawula’s movements and directing their actions. One officer reportedly acting on Nxumalo’s instructions is Sergeant Fannie Nkosi. Authorities believe Nkosi served as a go-between for suspended Deputy National Commissioner Major-General Shadrack Sibiya, as well as alleged criminal masterminds Katiso KT Molefe and Vusimuzi…

South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chief, Rudzani Maphwanya, has vowed that the military will confront criminal groups with decisive force. Maphwanya, who addressed the media alongside National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola, said the state maintains the sole authority to use force and warned that those operating outside the law would face firm action. “We will show criminal elements that this is a state governed by law, and we will enforce that law and order by any means necessary,” said…