{
  "id": 14678175,
  "title": "KZN police dismiss rumours of arrest warrant for activists",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/kzn-police-dismiss-rumours-of-arrest-warrant-for-activists",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T10:55:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/kzn-police-dismiss-rumours-of-arrest-warrant-for-activists/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The KwaZulu-Natal police have categorically denied rumors of an arrest warrant issued for leaders of March and March and the South Africa First Forum. Rumors suggested that warrants were issued against Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, leader of March and March, and her husband, Xolani Zuma. A police statement on Thursday affirmed that there is no trace of any criminal case registered against either individual, labeling the allegations as entirely baseless. The South Africa Police Service (SAPS) in KZN urged the public to disregard such rumors, emphasizing that they do not respond to unsubstantiated claims.\n\nThe police clarified that they would not engage with or react to baseless allegations, recognizing the potential for such rumors to create panic among residents. They emphasized the importance of responsible leadership and requested activists to avoid making statements that could be misconstrued as malicious or incite violence. Police urged those with concerns about possible arrest warrants to contact them directly for verification.\n\nProvincial police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda cautioned activists against making statements that might incite violence or cause public alarm. He warned that police do not target individuals without solid evidence and urged those who believe a warrant has been issued to provide details of the alleged charges to prevent speculation and uncertainty among the public.",
  "summary": "KwaZulu Natal police dismiss rumours of arrest warrant for leaders of March and March",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}