Mapisa-Nqakula Faces Corruption Charges | Johannesburg News

Former South African defense minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula faces serious corruption and money laundering charges tied to alleged bribes totaling 4.5 million rand between 2016 and 2019 — with 2.1 million claimed as cash used for home renovations. In court, she defended the work as ongoing since moving in 2004, citing security incidents and a hired interior designer who managed all payments via cash or card. She cited her lack of tech-savviness and contractors’ preference for cash as reasons, while denying purchasing expensive curtains and explaining funds came from salaries, allowances, and foreign exchange. The case remains active as her testimony unfolds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/617ba09666e28047