Rachel Matjeng
Rachel Matjeng is a Brigadier in the South African Police Service who has recently come under scrutiny during the Madlanga Commission's inquiry into corruption within law enforcement. The commission's interim report has suggested that Matjeng, along with other officials, should be investigated and potentially prosecuted for her connections to alleged criminal activities.
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Recent news mentions
Rachel Matjeng allegedly received bribes from Matlala to refer SAPS officials for wellness checks.
Matlala’s day at the Madlanga commission
South Africa· 2026-07-02
Matlala admitted paying more than R300 000 in bribes to Brigadier Rachel Matjeng, a SAPS forensic services official with whom he was in a romantic relationship.
Matlala still deciding whether to accept revised 12-year plea dealSouth Africa· 2026-07-02
Matjeng was dismissed following an internal disciplinary process that found her guilty of misconduct linked to Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala's R360 million Medicare24 tender scandal.
Senona and Matjeng latest casualties of Madlanga CommissionSouth Africa· 2026-07-01
Rachel Matjeng was involved in a romantic relationship with Matlala and received payments from him while referring SAPS members to Medicare24 Tshwane.
Matlala secures eight-year plea deal as state witnessSouth Africa· 2026-06-26
Brigadier Rachel Matjeng is one of the officials recommended for investigation by the commission.
KZN Hawks boss referred for investigation – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2026-01-29
