Tshwane Metro Police Department Deputy Commissioner Sean Bolhuis and Chief Yolande Faro testified before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, revealing exploitation of the system for corruption and raising concerns about procurement practices and oversight within the department.
Wednesday 08 April 2026 - 18:05pm PRETORIA - Tshwane Metro Police Department Deputy Commissioner, Sean Bolhuis said certain elements within the city are exploiting the system for corruption.Bolhuis testified that both he and the chief were used because much of the wrongdoing occurred under their watch.
"We were used as decent, law-abiding, loyal officials, both me, the chief of police, other officials, we were used because it happened under our nose. And it's shameful. We could have done better," he testified. Wrapping up her testimony earlier, TMPD chief, Yolande Faro, told the Madlanga Commission she only became aware of the appointment of security service provider El Shaddai after the deal had already been signed.Testimony at the Madlanga Commission is raising serious questions about procurement practices and oversight within the TMPD. Crime expert Chris de Kock said these testimonies raise serious questions about procurement practice. De Kock pointed to a troubling reality that those in power failed to carry out their responsibilities.
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