On or around 18 September 2026, a video circulated showing Mudzinganyama confronting women (reportedly after rejected advances) in what appears to be the women’s restroom area. He is heard making threats that include references to putting a bullet in them or murdering them, while also boasting about his wealth. He later issued a public apology, describing his language as unacceptable and unjustifiable and accepting responsibility.
He was arrested around 20 September 2026 (initially released on a warning for intimidation). Further investigation, including witness statements and video footage, led to expanded charges. He faces 10 counts: typically reported as three of intimidation, three of assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, three of crimen injuria, and one of fraud (related to claims about the restaurant). He appeared in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court, was granted bail (reports cite R15,000, with some variation), under conditions including weekly police reporting, surrender of travel documents, and remaining in Gauteng. The matter has been progressing toward regional court proceedings, with updates around mid-to-late October 2026.
Company blacklisting
Moriel Infrastructure Group (where Mudzinganyama had served as executive chairman and director) removed him from those positions after the video emerged. Separately, Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson announced on 27 October 2026 that the CIDB had removed the company from its National Register of Contractors (decision dated 15 October 2026).
The CIDB investigation into alleged misrepresentation of financial and technical capabilities (to obtain higher grading designations such as 8CE, 8SB, etc.) began in 2025—well before the Sandton incident—and included formal notices (one in 2025 and another around 11 September 2026). The company was given an opportunity to respond. Officials emphasized that the process followed due process and evidence rather than being driven solely by the viral video (though publicity amplified scrutiny). This forms part of a broader CIDB/Department of Public Works crackdown that has removed dozens of contractors (around 75 since mid-2024) for similar issues, after very limited enforcement in prior decades.
Removal from the register prevents the company from accessing state construction contracts that require CIDB registration/grading. Earlier reports also noted related probes (e.g., by Sanral into existing contracts and questions about other tenders).
In short, the user’s summary is consistent with contemporaneous South African news reporting from late October 2026: Mudzinganyama is dealing with the criminal case, and Moriel Group has been deregistered/blacklisted from relevant state business via the CIDB process. Court and regulatory outcomes can evolve, so primary sources or official updates remain the best reference for the latest status.
