City Power fires whistleblower manager; Guard faces 15 counts of rape

Author: Compiled by Thapelo LekabePublished on: September 28, 2026Country: South Africa

Crime & Law

City Power fires whistleblower manager; Guard faces 15 counts of rape

City Power has dismissed a whistleblower manager who reported internal irregularities. Additionally, a security guard employed by the company faces 15 counts of rape. These incidents occur amid controversy over governance and security issues within the organization.

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