Suliman Carrim Accused of Breaching Bail Conditions After Missing Madlanga Commission Deadline

Suliman Carrim Fails to Comply With Madlanga Commission Bail Condition

North West businessman Suliman Carrim has failed to comply with a bail condition requiring his legal representatives to report to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry within 48 hours to arrange his return to give evidence.

In a statement issued on Friday, 30 October 2026, the Commission confirmed that Carrim’s attorneys had communicated with the inquiry following the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court decision to grant him bail of R100,000 on 28 October. However, the Commission said their communication did not satisfy the specific requirements stipulated by the court.

According to the Commission, Carrim’s legal team was required to report in person and take the necessary steps to arrange his next appearance before the inquiry. The Commission maintained that the attorneys had failed to take the initiative required under the bail condition, resulting in Carrim’s non-compliance.

Carrim’s bail relates to a charge under the Commissions Act arising from his failure to complete his testimony before the inquiry. He previously appeared briefly in March 2026 but did not return for subsequent scheduled proceedings, citing medical reasons. The situation became more contentious after he declined to undergo an independent medical assessment requested by the Commission.

His arrest took place on 15 October at OR Tambo International Airport while he was preparing to board a flight to Dubai. His bail conditions included surrendering his passport, reporting weekly to police in Mafikeng and arranging his return to the Commission.

However, Carrim remains in custody because of separate criminal proceedings at the Musina Magistrate’s Court. Those charges concern the alleged attempted theft and cross-border movement of two ABSA-financed vehicles using fraudulent documentation.

The former ANC regional treasurer has also featured in evidence concerning alleged financial arrangements involving controversial businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and the SAPS health-services contract awarded to Matlala’s company, Medicare24.

The latest development raises further uncertainty about when Carrim will return to complete his testimony, which is considered relevant to the Commission’s broader investigation into alleged corruption within the South African Police Service.

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