Mbalula Sues Dlamini Zuma Over Nasrec Allegations | Johannesburg News

Fikile Mbalula is suing Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma for defamation after she accused him of handing out cash to delegates at the 2022 Nasrec conference to sway votes. Mbalula denies the claims, calling them damaging lies. Dlamini Zuma’s team backs their case with an affidavit from ANC delegate Mandla Themba Sibiya, who says he witnessed the alleged payments — including receiving money himself. But Mbalula’s lawyers argue Sibiya’s account is vague, unverified, and submitted too late as a police statement, not direct testimony. They question why neither Sibiya nor Dlamini Zuma reported this to authorities or the ANC. The defense insists Sibiya’s firsthand account creates a genuine factual dispute needing courtroom testimony, while Mbalula’s camp demands concrete details. The court is now weighing credibility and evidence, considering online fallout, with judgment reserved — and all eyes on whether this will go to trial or be settled another way. 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.Sources:https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-09-15-mbalula-dlamini-zuma-legal-teams-clash-in-court-over-vote-buying-claims/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e714ad20d1d74ac6 Report issues to [email protected].