Former South African Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is on trial facing charges of corruption and money laundering. Testimony in court suggests multimillion-rand renovation payments received by Mapisa-Nqakula were indicative of money laundering activities. Witnesses detailed multiple instances of cash handovers to the former minister. Defence lawyers are contesting a 33-page financial report presented as evidence, arguing it is flawed. The case centres on whether the funds were illicitly obtained and disguised through these renovation expenses. Mapisa-Nqakula has not yet entered a plea, and the trial is ongoing as the prosecution builds its case. The allegations raise serious questions about financial transparency within the South African defence ministry.