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Former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is under fire over alleged corruption tied to a R104 million defence contract with Umkhombe Marine. After the deal was suspended, she allegedly accepted a R79 million replacement contract — only if she dropped legal action. Soon after, she’s accused of demanding cash: first R300k from the company’s director via late secretary Sam Gulube, then R400k just a week later. The businesswoman, furious and suspicious, investigated before complying — and later met Mapisa-Nqakula, who allegedly confirmed receipt of the first payment. The trial continues, with coded messages and traditional references allegedly used to mask financial requests.

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