Danny Jordaan, the president of the South African Football Association (Safa), was arrested on Wednesday following allegations of misconduct, Cape {town} Etc reports.
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According to Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale, arrest warrants were also issued for Safa CEO Gronie Hluyo and a 46-year-old businessman. The charges stem from claims that between 2014 and 2018, Jordaan used Safa’s resources for personal purposes, including hiring a private security firm and a public relations agency without board approval.
The arrest follows an investigation into commercial crimes, which included a search and seizure operation at Safa’s offices in March. During the raid, various electronic devices and documents were confiscated.
Jordaan is set to appear before the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court, confirmed National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane.
On Tuesday, Jordaan had filed an urgent application in the Johannesburg High Court, attempting to block his arrest and prosecution, with the case scheduled for Thursday.
More updates will be provides as the story develops.
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