A political firestorm engulfs South Africa as Cedrick Nkabinde, Chief of Staff to Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, faces intense scrutiny over alleged inconsistencies and misleading statements made to a parliamentary committee. This video delves into the shocking details of Nkabinde's testimony, exploring the discrepancies that have led to calls for his arrest by EFF leader Julius Malema.
The ad hoc committee, tasked with investigating criminal networks potentially infiltrating law enforcement, politics, and private security, heard testimony from Nkabinde on November 13, 2025. Major differences emerged between his written affidavit and oral testimony, with Nkabinde admitting to "thumbsucking" dates, sparking outrage among committee members.
We examine Nkabinde's role in managing Mchunu's office and the implications of his inaccurate statements. Key discrepancies revolve around his initial contact with Brown Mogotsi, a businessman with ANC ties, and a meeting allegedly facilitated between Mogotsi and Mchunu to discuss issues related to illegal miners trapped in Stilfontein. Conflicting accounts also involve KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who is central to understanding how Nkabinde and Mogotsi connected.
The video highlights the detailed questioning by committee members, including representatives from the MK Party and ANC, who pointed out clear mismatches in Nkabinde's evidence. ActionSA's Dareleen James expressed frustration, accusing Nkabinde of wasting time. Chairperson Soviet Lekganyane deemed Nkabinde's excuses unacceptable and ordered him to return with corrected information.
Further complicating matters is Nkabinde's changing story about recording a conversation with Mkhwanazi, initially claiming he did it independently, then stating Mchunu instructed him. Malema has strongly criticized these shifts, accusing Nkabinde of perjury and demanding his immediate arrest.
The Economic Freedom Fighters, led by Julius Malema and Leigh-Ann Mathys, plan to file a formal case against Nkabinde for perjury. They argue that Nkabinde's actions are a serious breach of trust and undermine the investigation's integrity. Malema insists that Nkabinde should step back if he cannot provide reliable testimony.
The hearing also explored Nkabinde's denial of involvement in WhatsApp messages linked to Mogotsi and Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, who faces criminal charges. Nkabinde denied receiving specific messages and downplayed the importance of those he did receive. Allegations suggest Mogotsi acted as a middleman in networks involving politics and crime, with claims that Matlala was approached to fund projects related to Mchunu's political ambitions. Mchunu has denied any wrongdoing.
Nkabinde's background is also explored, from his time as a detective constable in the South African Police Service to his role at the Independent Police Investigative Directorate under Robert McBride. His connection to Mchunu dates back to 2015, linked to the murder of Xolani Nkosi, Mchunu's former bodyguard. The video also examines Nkabinde's relationship with Mkhwanazi, described as very personal, and the implications for the committee's investigation into potential cartel influences in policing.
Details of meetings between Mchunu and Mogotsi, including one at Mchunu's official residence in Pretoria, are scrutinized for potential conflicts of interest. The committee, led by Soviet Lekganyane, is racing against time to complete its work, with upcoming testimony from Professor Mary de Haas expected to shed more light on these matters.
This video examines the critical questions surrounding Cedrick Nkabinde's testimony. Has there been an attempt to mislead the committee, and what are the potential consequences for those involved? We invite you to share your thoughts in the comments below.
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