Corruption-accused Mapisa-Nqakula fails to appear in court
Former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula failed to appear in the Pretoria High Court for her corruption trial due to illness. Her legal team confirmed she was unable to attend, delaying the resumption of her testimony.
Why it matters
This case is a high-profile legal proceeding involving a former senior government official, impacting public trust and judicial accountability.
Former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s appears before the Pretoria High Court on 7 September 2026. Picture: Kgomotso Modise/EWN
Former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has failed to appear before the Pretoria High Court on Friday.
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