Overview
- His death on 23 December after a short illness was confirmed by the Gauteng ANC.
- Hlongwa faced charges including fraud, corruption, money laundering and racketeering, with the NPA citing more than R347 million in irregular payments.
- An SIU report detailed alleged corrupt relationships involving officials and 3P Consulting, including personal benefits, which Hlongwa consistently denied.
- The case had been scheduled for April 2026, with co-accused such as UK-based Richard John Payne, for whom prosecutors sought extradition.
- Seven companies, including 3P Consulting and Regiments Healthcare, were charged alongside several former health officials, and the remaining prosecution continues.