# Senona Defends Himself Amid Cocaine Scandal

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-06-19T17:58:58+00:00
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Major General Lesetja Senona, head of the Hawks in KwaZulu-Natal, is defiantly testifying under protest as the Madlanga Commission investigates the 2021 disappearance of 200 million rand in cocaine — a case he insists he had nothing to do with. He accuses the inquiry of unfair treatment, claiming he was suspended at gunpoint and that critical documents vanished when his devices were seized. His legal team argues he’s been denied proper access to evidence and that the commission has overstepped its mandate, turning the probe into a disciplinary hearing. The commission counters that Senona has full access to documents and that no witnesses implicate him — insisting they’re following due process. Despite mounting pressure and his objections, Senona remains steadfast in his denial. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d66c638e41f96460

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