Overview

• Advocate Matthew Chaskalson SC was appointed Chief Evidence Leader, replacing Advocate Terry Motau SC.
• Motau stepped down less than two weeks into the role, and he has not disclosed his reasons for leaving.
• The commission stated it will not be distracted and remains committed to its mandate to uphold the rule of law.
• Public hearings continue, with SAPS Crime Intelligence head Lt-Gen Dumisani Khumalo set to resume testimony on alleged high-level corruption and underworld influence.
• The commission began public hearings on 17 September after a brief logistical delay and is operating with a lean staff of roughly 25 to 30 people.