Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya testified at the Madlanga Commission on 23 February 2026. He admitted sharing a confidential audit report on a controversial SAPS contract with a colleague. This Shadrack Sibiya confidential report involved findings on irregularities in a R360 million deal awarded to Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's company, Medicare24 Tshwane District.

Sibiya denied close friendship with Matlala but acknowledged some relationship. The commission probed potential leaks and conflicts. This case underscores ongoing scrutiny of police leadership.

Admission at the Commission

Sibiya conceded he forwarded the Shadrack Sibiya confidential report to Witness F, a police colleague, in March 2025. He knew Witness F, identified as Sergeant Nkosi, maintained ties with Matlala. Yet, Sibiya claimed no issue arose since the document stayed within police ranks.

Commission chairperson Mbuyiseli Madlanga challenged this view. He noted Sibiya expected Nkosi to share details with Matlala due to their proximity. Sibiya later called the action reckless and negligent, according to reports.

The report recommended terminating the contract. It cited R18,592,537 in irregular expenditure, bid misrepresentation, and fronting. Authorities cancelled the deal on 13 May 2025.

Background on Relationship and Contract

Sibiya met Matlala in January or February 2024, with conflicting testimony on the exact date. Matlala attended Sibiya's son's engagement party on 14 September 2024. Sibiya denied helping Matlala access the SAPS training college in Tshwane for recruit check-ups.

The contract awarded Medicare24 R360 million for health services. An audit flagged ethical lapses in evaluation. Sibiya insisted he lacked involvement in procurement.

Allegations include Matlala gifting 290 impala bucks to Sibiya, which he denied receiving. Sibiya rejected a recording of Matlala as AI-generated. These claims tie into broader probes of police ties to business figures.

Madlanga questioned Sibiya's explanations, suggesting the Shadrack Sibiya confidential report likely reached Matlala. Evidence leaders highlighted Nkosi's role as a go-between.