BREAKING
MODDERSPRUIT COMMUNITY DEMANDS PROBE INTO BUSINESSMAN ‘MYSOL’ OVER CHROME MINING TENDER
A tense and disturbing situation has emerged in Modderspruit, North West, where community members are calling for an urgent investigation into prominent businessman Solomon Madibela, widely known as “Mysol,” over alleged corruption, intimidation, and irregular access to lucrative chrome mining contracts.
The unrest follows a chaotic disruption of a meeting between the GLC Unemployment or Jobseekers Forum and Samancor Chrome, which had been convened to address growing concerns around unemployment, lack of local empowerment, and transparency in social labour plans.
According to eyewitnesses, the meeting descended into violence after individuals allegedly linked to Mysol stormed the gathering. One of the individuals was reportedly armed, triggering panic among attendees. Several people were injured during the incident.
Amid the chaos, forum leader Tshepo Molaole, also known as “Stepetepe,” was arrested under circumstances the community describes as wrongful and unjust.
Residents allege that despite visible acts of intimidation, no arrests were made against those responsible for the disruption, raising serious concerns about possible police complicity.
Mysol, described as a multimillionaire with strong ties to the mining sector, is accused by community members of benefiting disproportionately from Samancor’s operations. They claim he has secured lucrative open-cast mining tenders while local residents remain excluded from economic opportunities.
The GLC Unemployment or Jobseekers Forum further alleges that Mysol’s influence extends into government structures and law enforcement, effectively silencing dissent and preventing accountability.
“We are tired of being silenced and ignored,” said one community leader. “Mysol does not want anyone speaking out against him, and Samancor is complicit. We need urgent intervention.”
The community has now issued several demands, including:
* A full investigation into Mysol’s business dealings and alleged corruption
* Immediate intervention by Samancor regarding its social labour plans and community engagement
* Protection for whistleblowers and affected residents
* Action against police officers allegedly involved in intimidation and misconduct
Serious allegations have also been raised against officials at Mooinooi Police Station, with claims that Mysol has allegedly influenced a significant portion of the local police force for personal protection and benefit.
Specific concerns have been directed at an investigating officer identified as Mapataka, who is handling case number 793/04/2026 involving Molaole. Community members further allege that the officer is living a lifestyle beyond his means.
Another officer, identified only as Donny, is also under scrutiny. He is alleged to have participated in the assault of community members and is reportedly driving a luxury vehicle allegedly financed by Mysol.
In addition, the community has called on the Department of Education to provide trauma counselling for learners at Machadam Primary School, who were reportedly affected by gunfire near the school during the incident.
Residents are also demanding a forensic investigation into a firearm allegedly used by an individual known as “Thirteen” during the unrest.
The GLC Unemployment or Jobseekers Forum says it is turning to the media to amplify its concerns and push for accountability from both corporate and state authorities.
This is a developing story.
Atleast he's practicing to be Mageza upon his release. He's done with the life of crime now, jail changed his life for good.
Hopefully, his first passengers will enjoy the ride.