By Marcus Moloko
Forensics investigator and crime expert Calvin Rafadi has resigned from his position as a research associate at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) following damning allegations presented before the Madlanga Commission.
The commission, established to probe corruption and political interference within law enforcement, heard testimony implicating Rafadi in a network of alleged collusion involving high-profile figures in policing and politics.
UJ spokesperson Herman Esterhuizen has since confirmed Rafadi’s resignation.
At the centre of the allegations are WhatsApp messages retrieved from the seized cellphone of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, who faces attempted murder charges.
The messages allegedly show Rafadi soliciting financial favours from Matlala.
A protected witness, identified only as Witness X, testified that Rafadi’s requests were frequent and often coincided with favourable media coverage of Matlala.
On 15 January 2025, Rafadi allegedly requested petrol. Later, on 31 January 2025, he asked Matlala if he could use a spare car,
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