Noluthando Mchunu
Controversial TikToker and influencer Nkululeko ‘Max’ Makhanya has been granted a R7 000 bail following his arrest over the weekend on charges of alleged crimen injuria and incitement of violence.
Makhanya made a brief appearance at the Durban Magistrate’s Court.
According to police in KwaZulu-Natal, Makhanya allegedly posted a video on his TikTok account in which he insulted provincial police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi and incited members of the public to commit acts of violence.
In a video circulating on social media, Makhanya accuses Mkhwanazi’s police officers in KwaZulu-Natal of violating the rights of South Africans.
He also questions whether authorities are waiting for someone to die before taking action.One of his bail conditions prohibits him from directly or indirectly inciting violence.
The matter has been postponed to 20 January 2027.Meanwhile, police have issued a stern warning ahead of the upcoming elections, saying that intimidation and any interference with the electoral process will not be tolerated.
Police have also warned that marches and demonstrations will not be permitted on voting day, cautioning that anyone who contravenes this restriction will be committing a criminal offence.
