Overview
- Khumalo and a co-accused surrendered at Katlehong police station after an assault complaint by a self‑confessed alleged drug dealer.
- He appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court on charges of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and pointing of a firearm and was released on R2,000 bail.
- The court set his next appearance for 18 February 2026 following a day that included delays his supporters blamed on address verification issues.
- ActionSA says it will not suspend Khumalo, turned out in force to support him, and maintains the complaint is a retaliatory move linked to drug networks.
- Advocate Zola Majavu criticized the investigating officer’s handling of the case and said he will lodge a complaint with Ipid, while ActionSA also points to earlier provisionally withdrawn charges and alleges police collusion, including claims that seized ammunition was later returned.