JUST IN: Madlanga Commission rules Witness G will be heard via virtual broadcast

2026-03-18 - 07:20

The Madlanga Commission has ruled that Witness G will testify off-screen and virtually. Witness G’s lawyer, Tshepo Matlala, told the commission this week that his client is involved in high-risk, covert operations in Gauteng and works closely with informants. Life risk Matlala expressed concern that being publicly seen with informants could put their lives at risk and requested protective measures for Witness G, including testifying off-camera remotely with voice alteration, while still allowing the proceedings to be broadcast. “The appearance of the applicant before this Commission shall be conducted virtually and off-screen, but with an audio broadcast,” the Commission said. Only the following persons shall be permitted to remain present during the hearing of the applicant’s evidence: the Commissioners, Evidence Leaders and staff of the Commission; and the parties and their legal representatives.” *This is a developing story ALSO READ: Ramaphosa makes important move on ad hoc committee into police corruption