- South Africa’s retired Interpol ambassador, Andy Mashaile, has called for a regional law enforcement crackdown on high-profile Zimbabwean socialite Joachim Chivayo, also known as G6.
- The call follows a warrant of arrest issued for Chivayo by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) after he failed to appear in a Gauteng court.
- The case centers on an alleged R15 million gold bust.
- Chivayo was previously arrested in November 2024 with Ayanda Brian Gungwa in Brakpan, where six bars of unwrought gold and a Mercedes-Benz SUV were seized.
The appeal for a regional crackdown by a former Interpol official underscores the transnational nature of organized crime and the complexities faced by law enforcement in tracking high-profile individuals across Southern African borders. Public debate has intensified around the differing identities of Chivayo’s associate, Ayanda Brian Gungwa (also known as Naison Chivayo or “Pharaoh”), further complicating the ongoing investigation. The involvement of Joachim Chivayo, a prominent Zimbabwean socialite and political figure, in a multi-million rand gold case has garnered significant attention in both Zimbabwe and South Africa, amplifying pressure on authorities to deliver justice.
Timeline
- Today (February 25, 2026): Interpol veteran Andy Mashaile calls for a regional law enforcement crackdown on the Chivayo family.
- Earlier this week: The Hawks issued a warrant of arrest for Joachim Chivayo following his non-appearance in a Gauteng court.
Key Players
- Joachim Chivayo (G6): High-profile Zimbabwean socialite and Zanu PF deputy secretary for information and publicity in Harare province, subject of the arrest warrant.
- Andy Mashaile: South Africa’s retired Interpol ambassador and security strategist, who advocated for the regional crackdown.
- Ayanda Brian Gungwa (Naison Chivayo/Pharaoh): Arrested alongside Chivayo in the gold bust, whose identity has fueled public discussion.
- Hawks (Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation): South African law enforcement agency that issued the warrant of arrest.
