Stuart James Scharnick Arrested at Madlanga Commission After Journalist Intimidation Allegation

Media groups decry threats to press freedom at Madlanga probe

Sanef and AMCF condemn intimidation of Sowetan journalist

Sibiya's ally Scharnick arrested outside Madlanga commission after clash with journalist

Police arrested Scharnick outside Madlanga Commission after he allegedly intimidated Sowetan journalist Herman Moloi during tea break.

Stuart James Scharnick arrested at Madlanga Commission after journalist intimidation allegation

Tensions rise in Pretoria as Stuart James Scharnick's arrest for allegedly intimidating a journalist raises urgent questions about press freedom and safety in South Africa. Read more about the unfolding events at the Madlanga Commission.

'Let's take it outside': journalist speaks out after Scharnick altercation

'Let's take it outside': journalist speaks out after Scharnick altercation Zandile.Khumalo Thu, 08/20/2026 - 17:38 PRETORIA - A Sowetan journalist covering the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry said he was left feeling intimidated after an altercation between himself and suspended MP Fadiel Adams' ally Stuart Scharnick.The incident happened on Thursday when the commission of inquiry's proceedings continued with Adams in the hot seat. It is alleged…

Sibiya bodyguard Scharnick arrested after intimidating a journalist at the Madlanga Commission - Inside Politics

By Johnathan Paoli Businessman Stuart James Scharnick has been arrested by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) after a Sowetan journalist opened a criminal case against him for alleged intimidation at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Scharnick was apprehended outside the Brigitte Mabandla College in Tshwane on Thursday, following an operation reportedly led by the Political Killing Task Team (PKTT). He had been on the police ra…

Scharnick arrested after alleged threat against Sowetan journalist

By Palesa Matlala Police arrested Stuart James Scharnick after he allegedly confronted and intimidated journalist Herman Moloi over a recording made during the Madlanga Commission. Sowetan condemned the alleged intimidation and warned that threatening journalists also threatens the public’s right to information and media freedom. A man has been arrested inside the Madlanga Commission after allegedly intimidating a journalist who was covering t…