Mkhwanazi Challenges His Accuser — But He’s Not There

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A senior South African police official takes an urgent legal battle to the High Court — but the man he accuses of defamation does not personally appear in court.

In this investigative documentary, we break down the urgent High Court application brought by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in KwaZulu-Natal, against Calvin Mojalefa Mathibeli, a businessman linked to the private security sector.

The case, heard in the KwaZulu-Natal High Court, Durban, centers on serious allegations made about Mkhwanazi on social media and in a televised interview on Newzroom Afrika. According to court papers, the statements accused him of corruption, abuse of police authority, unlawful conduct, and involvement in orchestrated killings.

Mkhwanazi denies the allegations and has filed an urgent application seeking:

A declaration that the statements are false and defamatory

An interdict preventing further publication

Removal and retraction of the statements

Legal costs

The matter escalated rapidly between 16 February 2026 and 19 February 2026, following the circulation of online posts and a broadcast interview hosted by journalist Ziyanda Ngcobo on Newzroom Afrika.

When the case was heard, Mathibeli’s legal representatives appeared in court — but Mathibeli himself was notably absent. After proceedings, Mkhwanazi addressed the media and stated he wanted to face his accuser directly.

This case raises broader questions about:

Defamation law in South Africa

The balance between freedom of expression and reputational harm

Public accountability of senior law enforcement officials

The legal thresholds for urgent interdicts

All claims discussed in this video are drawn from filed court documents and publicly reported proceedings. Allegations remain allegations unless proven in a court of law.

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This video is produced for informational, journalistic, and documentary purposes only.

The information presented is based on publicly available court documents, filed affidavits, and reported proceedings relating to the High Court matter between Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and Calvin Mojalefa Mathibeli.

All allegations referenced in this content remain allegations unless and until determined by a court of law. No findings of guilt or liability are implied.

This channel does not assert the truth of disputed claims and does not intend to harm the reputation of any individual or institution. Viewers are encouraged to consult official court records, verified news sources, and legal judgments for complete and authoritative information.

The content reflects a factual summary and analysis of reported events within the framework of responsible public-interest journalism.This video is produced for informational, journalistic, and documentary purposes only.

The information presented is based on publicly available court documents, filed affidavits, and reported proceedings relating to the High Court matter between Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and Calvin Mojalefa Mathibeli.

All allegations referenced in this content remain allegations unless and until determined by a court of law. No findings of guilt or liability are implied.

This channel does not assert the truth of disputed claims and does not intend to harm the reputation of any individual or institution. Viewers are encouraged to consult official court records, verified news sources, and legal judgments for complete and authoritative information.

The content reflects a factual summary and analysis of reported events within the framework of responsible public-interest journalism.

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