Who is Ze Nxumalo, the figure linked by Witness A at the Madlanga Commission?

By Marcus Moloko

Ze Nxumalo, who describes himself as a “natural-born hustler,” was this week linked to high-profile figures and an alleged criminal network by Witness A at the Madlanga Commission.

According to Witness A, Nxumalo was part of a network connected to, among others, Katiso “KT” Molefe — a controversial businessman currently under investigation for murder.

A rising figure in South Africa’s business landscape, a man who on paper has built his reputation as a savvy businessman through ventures in transport and logistics, Nxumalo gained traction by investing in Uber vehicles and later became an