South African Government

The employment contract for Mokwele starting in November 2024 requires her to provide services to the South African Government, implying legitimate service rather than illegal acts in return for the gratification.

“In this case where your offer of employment and contract of employment says your job is to provide services the South African Government because we have the contract of employment here commencing 1 November 2024.”

The WhatsApp messages reference a Cabinet announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 29 May 2019 appointing members of the National Executive, including Deputy President David Mabuza.

“President Cyril Ramaphosa Cabinet announcement ... 29 May 2019 ... appointment of members of the National Executive ... first one there is Deputy President David Mabuza”