Suspended top cop in the dock with Matlala

Added: 2026-05-17

[00:00:00]In his first appearance, suspended police commissioner Fannie Masemola stood all on his own. He was charged with violating the Public Finance Management Act, but now he'll be in the company of an alleged criminal kingpin and a dozen alleged crooked cops.

[00:00:17]Masemola maintains his innocence. I know that I'm not guilty. I'm not wrong, but of course the trial must still take its course. We have come to a close where we know what is the root cause and who's behind organized crime in South Africa.

[00:00:35]At the heart of the prosecution is a multi-million rand contract awarded to Medico 24 Twane District.

[00:00:43]The company is linked to Vusi Muzi Khathide Matlala. The tender was meant to provide health and wellness services for police officers. However, the investigating directorate against corruption alleges the process was riddled with irregularities, including misrepresentations, collusion, and a conflict of interest.

[00:01:05]The state is expected to officially merge Masemola's case with that of Matlala and the 12 officers to present a unified prosecution. The courtroom and the dock are expected to be filled to capacity in this highly anticipated appearance. The state has indicated that investigations are at an advanced stage and a detailed charge sheet may be presented in court.

[00:01:29]Slindelo Sibiya, eNCA,