Madlanga Commission
Police identify three persons of interest in whistleblower's murder
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South African police have identified three persons of interest in the killing of whistleblower Marius van der Merwe, known as Witness D at the Madlanga Commission. The national police commissioner visited the victim's family to update them on the investigation, which has recovered one of the vehicles used in the attack. Authorities are exploring links to van der Merwe's testimony on alleged police corruption, amid calls for better whistleblower protection.
Police in South Africa have confirmed the shooting death of a witness who recently testified before the Madlanga Commission. The incident occurred in Brenthurst, Brakpan, while the victim was traveling with his family. Details on injuries to his wife and two children remain unclear.
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The first report from the Madlanga Commission is set to be released by December 17, 2025, as revealed in ongoing court proceedings. President Cyril Ramaphosa's counsel defended the commission's establishment against bias claims from uMkhonto weSizwe Party and former President Jacob Zuma. Judgment in the case has been reserved.