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Key FactsCorruption and Espionage Claims Rock South African Police

Nov 18, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Brown Mogotsi accused KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi of CIA affiliation and using political killing teams to serve Western agendas.

As a police informant and crime intelligence contact, Mogotsi revealed corruption involving a R360 million police healthcare tender during former minister Bheki Cele’s tenure.

He described undercover investigations that uncovered criminal activities and links to criminal cartels within the police force.

Mogotsi stated his interaction with senior police officials like Shadrack Sibiya was professional and aimed at exposing irregularities in the South African Police Service.

During my clandestine investigations, I uncovered criminal activities; as a result, my scope of my work expanded. There was a suspicion that Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi was recruited by the CIA and actively worked for them.
— Brown Mogotsi, during his testimony before the Madlanga Commission.

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France rejects claim they refused SA police officers entry to probe Mthethwa’s death

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Key FactsNathi Mthethwa’s Journey: From Activism to Diplomacy

Oct 12, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Nathi Mthethwa’s career started as a youth activist before serving as South Africa’s police and culture minister.

He was recognized for steadfast loyalty and commitment to the anti-apartheid liberation movement.

His tenure included controversies such as the 2012 Marikana Massacre and criticism over a costly flag project.

Appointed ambassador to France in 2024, Mthethwa died under unclear circumstances in September 2025.

The man we are laying to rest today was an unapologetic activist… from the earliest days of his activism, ambassador Nathi Mthethwa refused to accept the injustice of apartheid.
— President Cyril Ramaphosa during the eulogy for Nathi Mthethwa on October 12.

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Key FactsControversial Legacy of Nathi Mthethwa Ends Suddenly

Sep 30, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Nathi Mthethwa was found dead in a Paris hotel while French authorities investigate the circumstances of his passing.

He faced accusations of manipulating police investigations and misusing crime intelligence funds during his tenure.

Mthethwa served under two presidents and was implicated in scandals involving Richard Mdluli and the purchase of a luxury vehicle with secret service money.

Later appointed Minister of Arts and Culture, he encountered public backlash including the #NathiMustGo campaign and criticism over a costly flag project.

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[WATCH] President Cyril Ramaphosa says Nathi Mthethwa knew from an early age that the path of activism he chose would be difficult, involve sacrifice ... Show more

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