Former Hawks Boss Mokotedi
In a bold move that has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s law enforcement circles, former Gauteng Hawks head Prince Mokotedi has openly accused ex-Police Minister Bheki Cele of corruption. Speaking in a candid interview with eNCA, Mokotedi did not hold back, claiming that graft runs deep in the country’s policing structures. He vowed to stand by his words when he takes the stand at the ongoing Madlanga Commission, where Cele’s name has already surfaced in connection with shady dealings and links to criminal networks. This latest bombshell adds fuel to an already fiery probe into rot within the criminal justice system, raising questions about how high the corruption reaches and what it means for ordinary citizens seeking safety and fairness.
Mokotedi’s claims come at a time when trust in the police is at a low point, with communities across the land crying out for clean-ups in a system plagued by scandals. The Madlanga Commission, set up by President Cyril Ramaphosa to dig into these messes, has heard tales of political meddling, syndicate infiltration and backroom deals that protect the powerful. As more details emerge, South Africans are watching closely, hoping for real change that puts an end to the cycle of wrongdoing and restores faith in those meant to protect them.
Mokotedi’s Explosive eNCA Interview: Corruption Rife in Law Enforcement
During his chat with eNCA, Prince Mokotedi pulled no punches, pointing the finger straight at Bheki Cele for being corrupt. [10] The former Hawks boss, who once led the fight against serious crimes in Gauteng, said he stands ready to repeat every word under oath at the Madlanga Commission. He painted a grim picture of widespread graft throughout the ranks, from top brass to street-level officers, that lets criminals slip through the net and undermines justice for all.
Mokotedi stressed that his accusations are not just talk—he has seen the damage firsthand. He spoke of a system where the powerful shield each other, leaving the vulnerable to suffer. This interview has sparked widespread debate, with many calling for swift action against those named. For Mokotedi, a man with years of chasing down crooks, these claims are a call to arms to clean house and rebuild a police force that serves the people, not personal interests.
Cele’s Alleged Ties to Criminal Syndicates: Shocking Revelations at Madlanga
Bheki Cele’s name has been dragged into the spotlight at the Madlanga Commission, where witnesses have laid bare his supposed links to criminal syndicates. [2] KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi dropped a bombshell during his testimony, claiming Cele swapped money with businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, a figure tied to dodgy tenders and underworld dealings. [8] Mkhwanazi based his words on evidence pulled from a phone seized in a raid, painting a picture of cosy ties that let syndicates thrive while probes get stalled.
Matlala, known for landing fat government contracts, allegedly used his pull to sway decisions and protect allies. Mkhwanazi went further, saying high-ranking officials, including Cele, have fingers in pies that involve drug rings and construction mafias. [0] These groups, he said, have wormed their way into the police, leaking info and dodging arrests. Cele, who served as minister until recent changes, has faced calls to explain these links, but so far, he has stayed quiet, leaving many to wonder if more dirt will surface.
The commission has also heard how these syndicates target key spots like KwaZulu-Natal, where killings and extortion run rampant. Witnesses described a web of corruption that ties politicians to crooks, with money flowing in ways that keep the powerful safe and the system broken. Cele’s addition as a witness in a parallel parliamentary probe shows the net is widening, with lawmakers keen to get to the bottom of these claims.
Madlanga Commission’s Broader Probe: Uncovering Deep-Rooted Rot
The Madlanga Commission, chaired by Acting Deputy Chief Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, is peeling back layers of alleged wrongdoing in the police, courts and beyond. Set up after Mkhwanazi’s public outcry in July, it aims to root out political interference, graft and syndicate control that have left the justice system in tatters. Testimonies so far have named not just Cele but also other big shots like Minister Thulas Nxesi and former top cop Fannie Masemola in various messes.
One chilling detail came from crime intelligence probes, where syndicates like drug cartels have allegedly bought off officials to stay one step ahead. Mkhwanazi spoke of ministers meddling in arrests, tipping off suspects and even blocking key operations. He linked Cele to cases where tenders went to pals, with kickbacks flowing back to fuel more crime. The commission has dug into phone records and witness accounts that show a pattern of protection for the connected, leaving ordinary crimes unsolved and communities in fear.
Other voices, like suspended crime intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo, are set to add more fuel, with talks of how syndicates use cash and threats to bend the system. The probe has exposed gaps in oversight, with calls for tighter checks on tenders and better protection for whistleblowers. As Mokotedi gears up to testify, his input could tie these threads together, shining a light on how corruption at the top trickles down to street-level chaos.
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