South African Minister Arrested for Alleged Bribery During Crucial Coalition Talks

Zizi Kodwa, a senior ANC member, faces charges of accepting $90,000 in bribes as his party negotiates to form a new government.

Overview

Kodwa, the Sports, Arts and Culture Minister, appeared in court alongside a co-accused.
He allegedly accepted bribes related to contracts for Johannesburg's metro software systems.
The accusations stem from a 2021 judicial inquiry into government corruption.
Kodwa intends to plead not guilty and was granted bail.
The ANC lost its parliamentary majority for the first time and is in coalition discussions.