Madlanga Commission Revelations: Tshwane MMC Suspended from Party Activities. Pretoria, South Africa — March 20, 2026 Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s testimony before the Madlanga Commission has led to the suspension of the Mayor of Tshwane, Sipho Masemola, from all party activities within the African National Congress (ANC).
The suspension follows the revelation of WhatsApp chats implicating both ActionSA and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in the manipulation of a security tender at the Tshwane Metro Police Department.
According to local reports, Nkosi’s testimony disclosed a series of WhatsApp exchanges that suggest the tender process was unfairly influenced.
The tender, worth millions, was intended to improve security services in the city but is now under scrutiny for potential corruption.
The commission was convened to investigate allegations of corruption within the municipal government.
The latest revelations have heightened the urgency of the investigation, with regional officials confirming that the situation is of grave concern. Official statements indicate that the ANC has taken the decision to suspend Masemola as a precautionary measure. Officials commented on the matter.
In the wake of the revelations, ActionSA and the EFF have issued statements denying any involvement in the tender process.
However, both parties face increased scrutiny as the investigation unfolds.
The suspension of the MMC and the ongoing investigation are expected to have significant implications for the administration of Tshwane.
With further details expected to emerge in the coming days, the city’s residents await clarity on the fate of the security tender and the broader implications of the allegations. Further details are expected as the Madlanga Commission continues its probe into the matter.
