Longwe Twala, once celebrated as a child star, now finds himself embroiled in controversy yet again. Despite an active warrant for his arrest, Twala has been seen moving freely around Soweto, notably in Diepkloof, raising questions about law enforcement’s response.
The son of legendary music producer Chicco Twala, Longwe’s troubled history has kept his name in the headlines for years. In October 2024, he was arrested for allegedly stealing two cell phones from his aunt, an incident that followed a similar accusation in September when he allegedly took studio equipment belonging to his father during his absence.
Longwe’s father, Chicco, has openly expressed frustration, previously asking why the police have failed to apprehend his son despite his ongoing transgressions. “I’ve had enough of defending him,” Chicco was quoted saying during a prior incident.
The shadow of controversy extends beyond these recent crimes. Longwe’s name has been repeatedly linked to the 2014 murder case of Senzo Meyiwa, the late Orlando Pirates goalkeeper who was tragically shot at Kelly Khumalo’s family home. While no formal charges have been laid against Longwe in connection to the case, public suspicion and scrutiny persist, keeping him in the court of public opinion.
Attempts to gain clarity from law enforcement have only deepened the mystery. Gauteng police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi explained, “The docket is still in court, and once it comes back to the station, only then can the investigating officer implement any instructions related to the case.”
This statement offers little reassurance to a public already disillusioned by the justice system’s apparent inertia. Many are questioning how someone with an active warrant can continue to live openly in Soweto, as if untouchable.
As the saga continues, Longwe’s freedom amidst legal turmoil is a glaring reminder of systemic flaws in South Africa’s justice process. The lack of action fuels speculation and erodes trust in the authorities’ ability to ensure accountability. For now, Longwe remains free, but his growing list of alleged offenses suggests that his past may soon catch up with him.
This unfolding story underscores the tension between public outcry, familial struggles, and the wheels of justice grinding slowly, leaving many asking—how long can this go on?
