Madlanga Commission Announces Short Recess

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System in South Africa will observe a short recess from Thursday, September 3, 2026, to Friday, September 11, 2026, with its last day of public hearings before the break scheduled for Wednesday, September 2, 2026. This temporary halt in proceedings for the commission, often referred to as the Madlanga Commission, signifies a brief pause in its critical work of investigating deeply entrenched issues within the nation's criminal justice framework. The recess allows for administrative processes, internal deliberations, or preparation for subsequent phases of the inquiry, ensuring the commission's continued methodical approach to its mandate.