Deputy President Paul Mashatile denied claims by Sergeant Fannie Nkosi at the Madlanga Commission on March 24, 2026. Nkosi said Mashatile met Vusimuzi Cat Matlala or planned to meet him. This affects Mashatile, the Commission, and witnesses like Matlala. The denial came in a Presidency statement reported by SAnews.gov.za. It raises questions in the ongoing inquiry.
Mashatile categorically rejects Nkosi’s claims. He denies any meeting with Matlala. The Presidency said Mashatile does not know Matlala or Nkosi. He had no dealings with them, according to the statement via SAnews.gov.za.
Mashatile was out of the country at the time of the alleged meeting. This fact supports his denial. The Presidency released the statement on Monday.
The claims came from Nkosi’s testimony earlier on March 24, 2026. The Presidency noted the claims right away. “Deputy President Mashatile has noted claims made by Sergeant Nkosi at the Madlanga Commission earlier today,” the statement said. “He categorically rejects Sergeant Nkosi’s claims and is prepared to cooperate with the Madlanga Commission fully should the Commission require any clarity or assistance from him.” This is sourced from SAnews.gov.za.
The Madlanga Commission is probing key issues. Nkosi’s words linked Mashatile to Matlala in that context.
Mashatile’s denial questions Nkosi’s testimony. It may shape how the Commission views the evidence. The Presidency offers full cooperation if needed. This sticks to the statement from SAnews.gov.za.
The Commission could call on Mashatile for more details. He stands ready to assist. The inquiry continues, as reported by SAnews.gov.za.
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