- Zimbabwean musician and social media personality Malloti is wanted in South Africa for a 2017 armed robbery case.
- The South African Police Service (SAPS) is seeking her extradition from Zimbabwe.
- A warrant of arrest was issued in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court for an accused identified as Namatai Bhobho.
- Zimbabwean state media previously identified her real name as Millicent Tsitsi Chimonyo in separate court proceedings in Harare.
The case, which dates back to a 2017 robbery with a firearm in Rondebosch, has seen authorities move to extradite Malloti, who has allegedly been ‘hiding in plain sight’ as a celebrity. The musician is known by various names, with the South African warrant identifying her as Namatai Bhobho, while Zimbabwean media reports have used Millicent Tsitsi Chimonyo. This discrepancy in names has added a layer of complexity to the ongoing legal pursuit. The Western Cape SAPS has confirmed the warrant and that the docket is now with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), who will facilitate the extradition process through formal channels. The renewed push for her extradition comes amidst increased cross-border legal cooperation between South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Timeline
- **February 16, 2026:** South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed to IOL that Zimbabwean musician Malloti is wanted in South Africa for a 2017 armed robbery charge.
- **February 17, 2026:** Reports highlight the National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) intention to aggressively pursue Malloti’s extradition, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to bring her to justice.
Key Players
- **Malloti (Namatai Bhobho/Millicent Tsitsi Chimonyo):** Zimbabwean musician and social media personality, subject of the armed robbery warrant.
- **South African Police Service (SAPS):** Law enforcement agency pursuing the extradition.
- **Western Cape Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP):** Office responsible for facilitating the extradition process.
- **Andy Mashaile:** Retired Interpol ambassador and security strategist, commenting on the renewed extradition push.
