By Johnathan Paoli
ANC-linked North West businessman Suliman Carrim claims he advanced R500,000 to alleged looting kingpin Hangwani Morgan Maumela only after being approached by associate Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala, who, he said, promised to reimburse him later.
Appearing before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, Carrim testified that he agreed to make the payment on Matlala’s behalf despite misgivings, describing the transaction as a favour undertaken on the assurance that the money would be repaid.
“Matlala called to advance money to Maumela on his behalf. He said in his next payment he’d reimburse me. I needed to keep Maumela happy,” Carrim said.
He later added that fear also influenced his decision.
“I went ahead with the payment due to pressure from Matlala. I have kids and a family I have to protect. I didn’t want to get into their cross hairs,” he stated.
Carrim confirmed he ultimately paid R500,000, despite being
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