THE CASE AGAINST THE KZN CORRECTIONAL SERVICES COMMISSIONER POSTPONED FOR DISCLOSURE

The KZN Regional Commissioner of the Department of Correctional Services, Mnikelwa Nxele, appeared before the Pietermaritzburg Magistrates’ Court on charges of fraud and money laundering. His case was postponed to 26  November 2026 for the application of the centralisation, disclosure of the docket, and for it to be transferred to the trial court. 

His court appearance emanates from a referral to IDAC by the DPCI (Hawks) after investigations were conducted on evidence that was provided by Angello Agrizzi during the State Capture Commission involving BOSASA contracts, valued at over R14 million. It is alleged that he received bribes of approximately R100 000 per month while he was the Chairperson of the Speacial Bid Adjudication Committee in KwaZulu-Natal. 

It is alleged that fraudulent financial activities were conducted  through Zogoba Trust, which he registered and utilised to conceal the movement of funds, as well as the assets accumulated through criminality. The money was allegedly utilised to purchase properties and for gambling in various casinos around the country. He is further accused of failing to make his financial disclosure with the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA).

Enquiries: 

Henry Mamothame 

IDAC Spokesperson