Johnson tells Madlanga Commission claims of attack on Mkhwanazi and Khumalo are plausible

At the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, former or current witness Johnson testified that claims involving an attack on Mkhwanazi and Khumalo are plausible. Johnson said the available information supports a conclusion that “makes reasonable sense,” adding that this assessment is based on the broader sequence of events and the evidence presented during the inquiry. The testimony indicates Johnson is linking the alleged attack claims to the context established by other events and material discussed at the Commission, rather than treating the claims as isolated. Johnson’s statement does not resolve the allegations but frames them as credible enough to be considered in light of the overall evidentiary picture before the Commission. The report notes Johnson’s focus on the reasonableness of the claims given the information before the inquiry, reflecting a view that the events described could fit together coherently with the broader record.