Malesela Teffo Identified In Prison Dance Video As Raid Uncovers Cellphones And 194 Mandrax Tablets

Disbarred advocate Malesela Teffo has been identified among inmates featured in a video showing prisoners dancing and playing music inside Kgosi Mampuru II Correctional Facility.

The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, has raised fresh questions about security and the presence of prohibited items inside the prison. The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has since launched an urgent operation to establish the extent of the security breach.

National Commissioner Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale responded to the incident by instructing officials to conduct an immediate search of the unit housing the inmates seen in the footage.

The operation uncovered a collection of unauthorised items, including electronic devices, drugs, illicit cigarettes and potentially dangerous objects. The department says those responsible will face consequences in accordance with its disciplinary procedures.

Malesela Teffo Prison Video: DCS Raid Uncovers Cellphones And Drugs

The search at Kgosi Mampuru II Correctional Facility resulted in the confiscation of five cellphones, three routers and one laptop. Officials also recovered two bank cards, 11 chargers and three USB devices, raising concerns about the extent of unauthorised electronic equipment inside the facility. The seized items included:

Five cellphones

Three routers

One laptop

Two bank cards

11 chargers

Three USB devices

16 packets of illicit cigarettes

Five balls of dagga

194 Mandrax tablets

Two hacksaw blades

Various sharp objects

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The discovery of 194 Mandrax tablets, alongside the other prohibited materials, added to the seriousness of the findings. DCS national spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo said the quantity and nature of the confiscated items highlighted the security challenges that the department was determined to confront. The department has made removing contraband from correctional facilities a priority.

Kgosi Mampuru Prison Video: Inmates Face Disciplinary Action

The DCS has confirmed that inmates identified in the viral footage, as well as those found with prohibited possessions, will face internal disciplinary proceedings.

Their behaviour will also be considered during assessments of their correctional profiles. This could affect decisions concerning their placement, privileges and other relevant considerations.

The department has indicated that disciplinary measures will follow the applicable procedures. The investigation will establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine who was responsible for bringing the prohibited items into the facility. Officials are also expected to establish whether any prison employees were involved or failed to carry out their responsibilities.

DCS Investigation Into Prison Contraband: Commissioner Issues Warning

Investigators will examine how the electronic device used to record the footage entered Kgosi Mampuru II, together with the other confiscated items. The probe will also consider possible involvement or negligence by correctional services officials. The department says appropriate action will follow if wrongdoing is established.

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National Commissioner Thobakgale has repeatedly urged management teams to ensure that correctional facilities remain secure and free from contraband.

Nxumalo said the commissioner had reinforced the position that inmates could not disregard prison regulations and security procedures without facing consequences. The department has stressed that maintaining discipline is essential to the proper functioning of the correctional system.

The DCS has further warned that neither inmates nor officials will be permitted to compromise the integrity of correctional facilities. Its position is that everyone operating within the system must comply with established rules and security requirements. The investigation and subsequent disciplinary processes are expected to address the latest incident.