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Norah Mahlangu, the mayor of Tswaing in North West’s Ngaka Modiri District, has opted for a month-long special leave following the release of an explicit video featuring her in an ANC WhatsApp group.
The video, which has quickly spread across various platforms, allegedly shows Mahlangu undressing and partaking in intimate acts, leading to considerable embarrassment and public scrutiny.
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Sources close to the matter indicate that Mahlangu has been deeply impacted by the leak, resulting in her withdrawing from her official duties due to feelings of depression.
This incident emerged shortly after the tragic fatalities of two municipal workers who fell into a sewer manhole while attempting to clear a drainage issue in Agisanang township.
Political Sabotage or Personal Betrayal?
The circumstances surrounding the video’s release remain unclear, but speculation suggests that Mahlangu may have initially sent the video to a romantic partner.
It has been reported that this partner might have tried to extort money from her, and when she refused, he allegedly shared the video with her political rivals, possibly intending to sabotage her chances in the forthcoming local government elections.
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Sam Letlakane, the speaker of the Tswaing council, has confirmed that Mahlangu is undergoing significant trauma from the incident and needs time to recover. “She is finding it difficult to handle the situation, which is why she has opted for leave,” he mentioned.
Fallout and Future Implications
The controversy has ignited conversations about privacy, revenge porn, and political tactics within the ANC’s provincial ranks. Although Mahlangu has not made any formal statements, the fallout from this incident could significantly influence her career and the political landscape in Tswaing.
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Authorities have yet to confirm whether an investigation into the leak is currently in progress. As of now, Mahlangu’s political future hangs in the balance as she navigates this deeply personal yet public crisis.
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