Media Statements

The African National Congress has noted with deep sadness the brutal killing of Mr Marius van der Merwe, a witness before the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, otherwise known as Madlanga Commission.

Mr van der Merwe provided important cooperation to the Commission, including information relating to the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality and the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department. His death is a serious setback to ongoing efforts to strengthen the criminal justice system.

The ANC condemns this crime and calls for strengthened protection of all witnesses participating in the Commission and related investigations. We further call for a swift and thorough investigation and for the arrest of those responsible.

The ANC remains committed to supporting the work of the Commission and all processes aimed at addressing criminality and corruption within the criminal justice system.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Van der Merwe family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time.

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