Threat to witness revealed in former defence minister’s corruption trial
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In the corruption trial of former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, a state witness reported receiving an anonymous death threat. The defense is using this and procedural complaints to challenge the credibility of the prosecution's case.
Why it matters
The integrity of witness testimony is central to high-profile corruption trials, and threats against witnesses can undermine the judicial process.
An anonymous threat and conflicting testimony marked another dramatic day in former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula’s corruption trial, giving the defence fresh ammunition to challenge the State’s case.
30 Jul 2026 Illustrative image | Former defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. (Photo: Gallo images / Darren Stewart) | South African banknotes. (Photo: Adobe Stock) Dive Deeper Speed Read Summary Listen Dive Deeper The R4.5-million corruption and money laundering trial of former National Assembly Speaker and defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula took a troubling turn on Thursday, 30 July, when the State’s third witness disclosed that she had received an anonymous threatening message after becoming involved in the case.
Former SANDF colonel and businesswoman Moira Granny Seape revealed the intimidation in the Pretoria High Court shortly after completing her cross-examination.
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