In a riveting episode that shook the airwaves, Durban businesswoman Shauwn ‘Mamkhize’ Mkhize found herself in the hot seat as Carte Blanche delved into the highly publicised fraud case from 2005 involving her company. A snippet shared on Instagram teased the intense interrogation by investigative journalist Govan Whittles, probing Mamkhize’s alleged involvement in tax evasion, fraud, and forgery.
Airing on MNet, the episode on Sunday, 21 April, posed a damning question in its caption: “A millionaire businesswoman, a convicted fraudster, and alleged tax evasion… Does fame and fortune get you a clean slate?”
Facing challenging questions and presented with incriminating evidence, Mamkhize staunchly denied any personal culpability, deflecting blame onto her company. “But it can’t be me because that wasn’t me… it’s the company,” she asserted, attempting to distance herself from the accusations.
Netizens weighed in on Mamkhize’s defense, with reactions ranging from skepticism to sympathy. Some criticised her handling of the interrogation, suggesting that Carte Blanche was not a platform for PR but rigorous investigative journalism. Others expressed concern over Mamkhize’s apparent disregard for the evidence presented, lamenting the consequences of such actions.
As the controversy unfolds, Mamkhize’s denial of the fraud allegations continues to stir debate and speculation. Whether she will face further scrutiny or emerge unscathed remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the Carte Blanche episode has ignited a firestorm of discussion surrounding Mamkhize’s legal woes and her attempts to refute them.
Picture: @kwa_mamkhize
