The Madlanga Commission has recommended disciplinary action against four individuals, including suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, following evidence presented during its inquiry. The recommendations form part of the commission’s latest report submitted to President Cyril Ramaphosa at the end of May.
Also named in the report are Sergeant Fannie Nkosi, self-proclaimed political fixer Brown Mogotsi and a protected witness identified only as Witness G. The commission said criminal charges should be considered if ongoing investigations uncover sufficient evidence against any of the individuals.
The latest report also recommends further investigations into alleged activities linked to Crime Intelligence, with the Presidency confirming that the referrals will now be acted upon.
Madlanga Commission Recommends Action Against Shadrack Sibiya And Others
The Madlanga Commission found that disciplinary proceedings should be instituted against Shadrack Sibiya, Fannie Nkosi, Brown Mogotsi and Witness G. The commission further recommended that criminal prosecutions be pursued if investigators obtain evidence supporting such action.
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In addition to the disciplinary recommendations, the commission has called for an urgent investigation into an alleged off-the-books Crime Intelligence operation. The report alleges that Mogotsi and Witness G were involved in the operation.
Presidency Confirms SAPS Task Team Will Investigate
The Presidency confirmed that the South African Police Service (SAPS) special investigations task team will handle the commission’s latest referrals. The task team was established to investigate individuals identified during the commission’s proceedings.
Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said: “The report revisits the recommendation and referrals made in the First Interim Report in respect of the South African Police Service, based on prima facie evidence, and with one exception, confirms these recommendations now that the relevant implicated parties have appeared before the commission to give evidence.
“The report also sets out new recommendations and referrals made by the commission on the basis of evidence heard since the start of 2026.”
Madlanga Commission Expands Scope Of Recommendations
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The latest Madlanga Commission report builds on recommendations contained in its first interim report. After hearing additional testimony from implicated parties, the commission reaffirmed most of its earlier findings while introducing new recommendations based on evidence presented during 2026.
The recommendations now move to the SAPS special investigations task team, which will determine whether further disciplinary or criminal proceedings should follow.
