Vusimuzi Matlala
Coverage of Vusimuzi Matlala in the Nexus archive.
- South Africa corruption investigation widens
A South African businessman pleaded guilty to corruption charges in a $12.5 million police healthcare tender case, offering evidence against high-ranking officials. The case highlights a broader graft investigation involving law enforcement, a suspended minister, and a top official facing charges, with the president under pressure from an impeachment inquiry over stolen cash at his property.
- South Africa: The Cop Who Ran Organised Crime Has Been Fired for Running With Criminals
Major General Richard Shibiri, former head of SAPS organised crime, was fired after being found guilty of misconduct and associating with criminal Vusimuzi Matlala. Shibiri allegedly accepted R70,000 to R80,000 from Matlala and warned him of a police raid. Matlala is now in prison awaiting trial.
- South Africa: The Cop Who Ran Organised Crime Has Been Fired for Running With Criminals
Major General Richard Shibiri, head of SAPS organised crime, was fired for misconduct and associating with criminal Vusimuzi Matlala. Shibiri allegedly accepted R70,000 to R80,000 from Matlala and warned him of a police raid. Matlala is in prison awaiting trial.