South Africa: Madlanga Commission Gets More Time to Root Out Corruption
The commission must finish hearing evidence by 2 October as Ramaphosa says the extension will help complete all matters in its terms of reference.
- On Thursday, July 9, 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa extended the Madlanga Commission's final report deadline to November 16, 2026, allowing the inquiry additional time to complete its work.
- Ramaphosa established the Madlanga Commission in July 2025 after Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused police officials of interference; this marks the third extension to address all terms of reference.
- The Presidency set a new evidence deadline of October 2, 2026, during which commissioners will examine the alleged dismantling of the Political Killings Task Team and the transfer of 121 investigation dockets.
- Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said "President Ramaphosa once again expresses his deepest appreciation for the work conducted by the Commission," noting law enforcement agencies are following up on testimony.
- The inquiry has faced major setbacks including witness violence, mirroring the State Capture Commission, which received eight extensions before completing work in 2022.
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South Africa: Madlanga Commission Gets More Time to Root Out Corruption
The Madlanga Commission's final report, originally due in March, will now only be submitted on 16 November 2026. The commission must finish hearing evidence by 2 October, so it can close off matters it has already opened, President Ramaphosa said.
UPDATE | Madlanga Commission in talks with Ramaphosa on deadline extension
Michaels said commissioners remain under significant pressure as they work through a lengthy list of witnesses and evidence before public hearings are due to conclude on July 31.
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