Overview
- Brigadier Rachel Matjeng concluded two days of evidence, confirming an on‑off romantic relationship with Matlala and acknowledging gifts that at times included cash.
- Evidence presented showed R300,000 was paid by Matlala into Osizweni Butchery, a friend’s business account, which commissioners put to her as gratification.
- Matjeng said she stepped in on the R360 million Medicare24 contract to stop an inflated 'non‑arrivals' claim of 337 when SAPS records reflected 140, arguing she sought to prevent financial loss.
- Co‑commissioner Sesi Baloyi challenged her involvement as outside her mandate and pressed her on being upset about the contract’s cancellation because of her relationship with Matlala.
- The inquiry adjourned for the week and will resume Monday, with further witnesses expected after businessman Suliman Carrim appeared and sought a postponement without a witness statement.