The South African Police Service (SAPS) has declared Cat Matlala's EMPD 'peace officer' certificate fraudulent, following findings from the Madlanga commission of inquiry. The inquiry revealed that the certificate contained a forged signature and mismatched numbers, raising concerns about its legitimacy.

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.

EMPD senior officer Mkhwanazi faced intense questioning regarding his previous claim of not knowing Witness K, who is alleged to be his ex-girlfriend. The inquiry raised concerns about the credibility of his statements and the implications of his denial.

‘Cat’ Matlala is set to appear alone in the commercial crimes court on Thursday, as he will be separated from his 16 co-accused in the Medicare 24 Tshwane District case. This development marks a significant change in the proceedings of the case.

Phelisile Oubrey Melane, a 55-year-old government official from the Eastern Cape, was arrested and appeared in the Qonce magistrate’s court on charges of fraud, forgery, and uttering. The allegations involve the use of fake qualifications.