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Former minister Zizi Kodwa, who was the ANC’s spokesperson at the time of the alleged bribes, appears in court for a bail application. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Kodwa faces 15 years in jail for R1.6m corruption charges – if found guilty

The former minister’s alleged crimes are more than R500 000, kicking in a minimum sentence legislation

  • Khaya Koko
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Zizi Kodwa resigned from his sports, arts and culture ministerial post shortly after making his first appearance on Wednesday in the Johannesburg specialised commercial crimes court, sitting in Palm Ridge in Katlehong. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Zizi Kodwa resigns as minister, pleads not guilty to R1.6m corruption

Kodwa and his co-accused, former EOH boss Jehan Mackay, said the state had a weak case against them This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Khaya Koko
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The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has withdrawn corruption charges against former cabinet minister and ANC national executive committee member Zizi Kodwa. Photo: Frennie Shivambu/Gallo Images

Zizi Kodwa faces R1.6m ‘bribe’ charges

The National Prosecuting Authority has encouraged its prosecutors and investigators to go after state capture cases

  • Khaya Koko
5 min read