The prosecution explained that in February 2019, Nosiviwe allegedly received a bribe of over $15,000 and this wig while she was at the airport, later agreeing to receive another $105,000 although it was not paid.

This politician temporarily stepped down from her role as the President of this Assembly while under investigation. However, she denied the charge.

Nosiviwe also requested not to be arrested while under investigation. Judge Sulet Potterill informed those involved in the case that a decision on this request will be announced on April 2, 2024.

Nosiviwe served as South Africa’s Minister of Defence from May 2014 until August 2021. She was succeeded in this position by Thandi Modise.

South African National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, is being investigated for allegedly accepting a bribe of over $100,000.