By Lebone Rodah Mosima
President Cyril Ramaphosa has granted the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry a final extension until 25 January 2027, giving it more than four additional months to complete its work and report on criminality, political interference and corruption in the criminal justice system.
The extension is expected to allow the commission to consider further evidence from experts who have made recommendations related to its investigation.
Ramaphosa on Saturday expressed his appreciation for the commission’s work and welcomed steps by law enforcement agencies to follow up on testimony emerging from its hearings.
The commission is approaching the final weeks of public hearings, which are due to conclude on 2 October.
It is expected to submit its final report to Ramaphosa by 16 November, although the latest extension provides additional time for its work to be completed.
Ramaphosa announced the commission on 13 July 2025 following allegations by KwaZulu-Natal Police
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