Mkhwanazi has addressed allegations concerning his involvement in systemic criminality and corruption within the EMPD, including issues related to fake police clearances, fraudulent badges, and a R14 million stolen gems heist, during the Madlanga commission hearings.

Julius Mkhwanazi is scheduled to testify before the Madlanga Commission following allegations of corruption linked to his role at the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department. The commission is investigating these claims as part of its broader inquiry into corruption within the department.

A suspect has been arrested at Cape Town Airport for alleged drug trafficking. The individual is scheduled to make their first court appearance at the Bellville Magistrate's Court on Monday, July 6, 2026, according to The Citizen.

On June 24, 2026, suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi resumed his testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, marking the 125th day of the proceedings. The inquiry continues to investigate various matters related to the EMPD.

WhatsApp messages between suspended crime intelligence boss Maj-Gen Feroz Khan and controversial cigarettes boss Mohammad Sayed allegedly reveal a conspiracy to manipulate procurement processes within the South African Police Service (SAPS) for their mutual benefit, according to TimesLIVE.

The Madlanga commission of inquiry is set to hear testimony related to Feroz Khan, who is the suspended deputy head of police crime intelligence, on Friday, according to Sowetan.