Update: 09:06 We have updated this story to reflect that he was not arrested at his residence.

This is a breaking news story and we will update it the moment we know more…

A senior official at uThukela District Municipality, Mr Jili, was reportedly taken into custody by the Hawks yesterday evening (October 21) over allegations of corruption.

According to reports, the official was allegedly arrested at a residence during a police sting operation. However, the full circumstances surrounding the arrest remain unclear.

At the time of publishing this article, both uThukela District Municipality and Siyabonga Masoka, the manager in the Mayor’s Office, were unable to comment on the matter.

Further details are awaited as more information emerges.

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