Dudu Myeni expected to appear in court on Wednesday

By Samantha Allen

Published: May 4, 2022 | 4:51 PM GMT

Former South African Airways (SAA) board Chairperson, Dudu Myeni, is expected to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.

Myeni is charged with defeating the ends of justice. She’s accused of naming a witness when testifying at the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture in November 2020.

Myeni named the witness – Mr X despite the Commission’s Chairperson Justice Raymond Zondo’s order that the name be withheld.

Myeni is also facing alternate charges of contravening the Commission’s Act as well as the Commission’s Regulations.

VIDEO: State Capture Inquiry – Dudu Myeni divulges Mr X’s real name [ 5 November 2020]

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.