OPEN SESAME: EFF’s Julius Malema provided political protection for Feroz Khan, Madlanga Commission investigator reveals

A Madlanga Commission investigator's affidavit reveals that Feroz Khan, the former head of Crime Intelligence, engaged in corrupt activities documented through WhatsApp messages with tobacco executive Mohamed Sayed. The messages suggest Khan colluded with EFF leader Julius Malema, allegedly providing him with sensitive information about a VBS matter complainant. Khan is also implicated in Covid-era procurement violations, irregular tender manipulation involving companies Cyberia and Smada, and potential kickback schemes worth millions of rands. The investigation further involves Lieutenant General Molefe Fani and suggests Sayed used his business connections to facilitate trips for government officials. Khan withdrew legal attempts to prevent access to electronic devices seized from his home, leading to the public release of the investigative documents.

The revelations expose alleged high-level corruption within law enforcement and government procurement systems, implicating a major political party leader in facilitating criminal conduct.