DURBAN – Actress Asavela Mngqithi has been arrested after allegedly driving at 198 km/h in a 120 km/h zone on the N2 near Ellingham in KwaZulu-Natal.
According to the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport, Mngqithi, who is known for her roles in Isibaya and Abomama, was driving a BMW X3 SUV when the alleged offence occurred.
She appeared in the Scottburgh Magistrates’ Court on 19 October 2026 and is expected to return to court on Wednesday.
“The arrest of the actress is a reminder to all motorists that the department will have no mercy this festive season,” said department spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya.
Meanwhile, the department reported that RTI and Operation Shanela teams recorded 421 speeding charges between 15 and 21 October.
During the same period, 1 719 motorists were charged with various traffic offences, including 87 for driving without a valid driver’s licence.
A further 141 motorists were charged with failing to wear seatbelts, while 140 vehicles were impounded for operating without the required permits.