By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
8 December 2025- The Pretoria Magistrate’s Court has granted bail of R5 000 each to two accused persons, Zacharia Chisele (53), an official at Tembisa Hospital, and Sergeant Papi Tsie (41), a Hawks officer. Both are facing a charge of corruption.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in Gauteng, Lumka Mahanjana said it is alleged that on 23 November 2025, the two met with the Hawks investigating officer involved in an ongoing investigation of corruption at the Tembisa Hospital. Mahanjana said during the meeting, it is alleged that the two gave the Hawks official a gratification of R100 000 for Chisele to avoid prosecution in an ongoing investigation.
“During the bail proceedings, the State did not oppose their release on bail. Prosecutor Ngoako Mokumo submitted an affidavit from Investigating Officer Captain Johannes Labuschagne, confirming that both accused have verified addresses, no previous convictions or pending cases, and are not considered flight risks.
“The case has been postponed to 27 February 2026 for further investigation,” she said.
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