Madlanga Commission Denies Closed — Door Testimony Request Amidst Security Concerns BODY: Johannesburg, South Africa – The Madlanga Commission has rejected the application of Maj-Gen. Feroz Khan to have parts of his testimony heard in-camera, according to reports. Khan, who was scheduled to testify on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, did not appear due to being hospitalized following a shooting incident in Johannesburg on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
The shooting involved two unidentified gunmen who opened fire on Khan before fleeing the scene in a white Mercedes — Benz. Khan’s legal team argued that the security risks associated with his testimony justified a closed hearing for sensitive information.
However, the commission ruled that the application was too vague to justify approval.
The Madlanga Commission is an inquiry examining corruption and potential intertwining of organized criminal networks, political power, and state security in South Africa’s post-apartheid system.
The investigation is seen as a significant development in South African politics and law enforcement. Chair Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga of the Madlanga Commission stated that Khan’s application for in-camera testimony was too vague to be considered.
The commission had been expected to hear Khan’s testimony on Wednesday, but proceedings instead focused on the withdrawn application. Khan’s legal team revealed that they are reviewing an extensive volume of evidence, including about 370,000 pages of WhatsApp messages and a further 11,000 pages of bank records. They estimated that the analysis could take roughly 200 days and requested time to prepare a fully substantiated application.
The shooting incident has raised concerns about the safety of individuals involved in judicial processes in South Africa.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched a high-level investigation into the attempted assassination of Khan. Major General Feroz Khan, the suspended deputy head of Crime Intelligence, has been linked to allegations ranging from interference in high-profile police operations and political connections to criminal charges and procurement controversies.
Among the people he has been linked to is Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), who has been accused of protecting Khan from dismissal for misconduct.
The Madlanga Commission’s decision to reject Khan’s application for in-camera testimony could have significant implications for the ongoing investigation. Sources indicate that the commission will continue its hearings as planned, without the testimony of Khan, who is currently in critical condition following the shooting incident.
The Madlanga Commission’s investigation is a critical examination of South Africa’s post-apartheid system and the potential intertwining of organized crime, political power, and state security.
The decision to reject Khan’s application for in-camera testimony adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation and raises questions about the safety of individuals involved in the process.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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