‘Sick’ businessman Carrim, who may’ve been out shopping, now says his movements are private
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Businessman Suliman Carrim is seeking to move his testimony before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry to a private setting, citing safety concerns for his family. This follows reports that Carrim, who claimed to be medically unfit to testify, was spotted shopping in Cape Town.
Why it matters
The case raises questions about transparency and accountability in public inquiries, particularly regarding the conduct of witnesses linked to political entities.
ANC-linked businessman Suliman Carriem wants his testimony before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry postponed, and he wants the postponement application to be heard in private to protect his family, which he says has faced threats. Earlier this week, the commission heard that while Carrim previously submitted that he was medically unfit to testify, he may have been spotted out shopping and lunching.
17 Jul 2026 Businessman Suliman Carrim at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in February 2026. (Photo: Gallo Images / Frennie Shivambu) Dive Deeper Speed Read Summary Listen Dive Deeper North West ANC-linked businessman Suleiman Carrim has told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that publicising issues around his movements could put his family at risk.
This emerged during the commission’s proceedings on Friday, 17 July 2026.
Carrim, whose first name is also recorded as Suliman, was not present for the proceedings.
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