The Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) has dismissed as false reports circulating on social media alleging that it conducted raids on senior government officials, including Minister of State President Defence and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa, and Minister Ramogapi.
In a press release dated 9 January 2026, the anti-corruption agency urged members of the public to refrain from spreading misinformation and disinformation, warning that unverified claims have the potential to mislead the public and unfairly damage reputations.
The DCEC expressed concern over what it described as a growing trend of unverified claims, speculation and misleading narratives being shared across social media platforms and public forums.
The DCEC said it had noted allegations on various social media platforms claiming that the Directorate raided a private individual, Mr Nollen Bome, and that Minister Mohwasa allegedly interfered with investigations to prevent them from proceeding. Additional claims suggested that raids were also conducted on Ministers Mohwasa and Ramogapi, during which stashes of money were allegedly discovered.
“The DCEC categorically denies these allegations,” the statement reads.
According to the Directorate, it has not received any reports or complaints of corruption against the two ministers or the individual named in the social media posts. As a result, the agency clarified that no raids have been carried out, no cash seizures have been made, and no investigations are underway against the mentioned individuals.
The DCEC expressed concern over what it described as a growing trend of unverified claims, speculation and misleading narratives being shared across social media platforms and public forums. The agency warned that such information undermines public trust and can cause unwarranted harm to individuals and institutions.
The Directorate reaffirmed its commitment to executing its mandate of combating corruption and economic crime “without fear or favour,” and encouraged the public to rely on official sources for accurate information.
The DCEC also reiterated its long-standing message to citizens to resist, reject and report corruption through established channels, rather than spreading unsubstantiated claims online.
