IN THE DOCK: Bones, bribes and betrayal — witness details deep bond with ex-minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula
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She got into the vehicle, and we proceeded to the accused’s house. I started from when the whole thing started, where now I find myself not being able to come out of it.“Andiswa was surprised and asked how come I never said anything. She went on to mention that she only had R6,000 in her account.“After we had spoken, I gave her the bag [containing the money], which she placed behind a pillow where she had been seated.
- ▪She got into the vehicle, and we proceeded to the accused’s house.
- ▪I started from when the whole thing started, where now I find myself not being able to come out of it.“Andiswa was surprised and asked how come I never said anything.
- ▪She went on to mention that she only had R6,000 in her account.“After we had spoken, I gave her the bag [containing the money], which she placed behind a pillow where she had been seated.
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| Publication time | Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:58:05 GMT |
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IN THE DOCK Bones, bribes and betrayal — witness details deep bond with ex-minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula A key witness details the evolving relationship between former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and a businesswoman, highlighting a mix of political advice, spiritual rituals, and corruption allegations in court. By Nonkululeko Njilo 27 Jul 2026 Former National Assembly Speaker and defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula in the Pretoria High Court. (Photo: Deaan Vivier / Gallo Images / Beeld) Dive Deeper Speed Read Summary Listen Dive Deeper The relationship between former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula and businesswoman Nombasa Ntsondwa-Ndhlovu extended far beyond alleged cash bribes — the two became confidants, the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria heard on Monday.
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