The KZN Regional Commissioner of the Department of Correctional Services, Mnikelwa Nxele, appeared before the Pietermaritzburg Magistrates’ Court in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) after his arrest by the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) on charges of fraud and money laundering.

His case was postponed to 16 September 2026 for the application of the centralisation certificate with the office of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP).

The court granted him R50 000 bail with stringent conditions attached.

According to IDAC Spokesperson Henry Mamothame said his arrest 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 approximately R20 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 used 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 said.

Nxele is further accused of failing to make his financial disclosure with the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA).