24 Hours in Pictures – January 19, 2026

January 20, 2026 Robert Mitchell News
News Context
At a glance
  • Action ‍SA national spokesperson Xolani Khumalo surrendered ⁤himself to the Katlehong Police Station on January 20, 2026, following allegations of inciting violence.
  • The allegations stem⁣ from a⁤ speech Khumalo delivered on January 18, 2026, at a rally in Katlehong, Gauteng.
  • Action SA leader Herman Mashaba accompanied Khumalo to the police station.
Original source: citizen.co.za

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minibus carrying school ⁢students ⁤crash
A rescue worker (2nd L)⁢ comforts a woman ⁣(L) at the scene of an⁤ accident, where a minibus carrying school students collided with a truck killing 12 pupils, in Vanderbijlpark on January 19, 2026. (Photo by John MKHIZE / AFP)
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Senegalese football supporters sit on a wall bearing the faces of former Senegalese Presidents (From L to R) Léopold Sédar Senghor, Abdou Diouf and Abdoulaye Wade at the Place du Souvenir ‍Africain in Dakar on January 18, 2026 as supporters ⁢gather at a fan zone to watch the africa Cup of ⁢Nations (CAN) final football match between Senegal and Morocco⁢ played in Rabat, Morocco. (Photo by Nicolas REMENE / AFP)
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The Danish navy’s inspection ship HDMS Vaedderen

Action SA Spokesperson Hands Himself In to Police

Action ‍SA national spokesperson Xolani Khumalo surrendered ⁤himself to the Katlehong Police Station on January 20, 2026, following allegations of inciting violence. The move comes after a warrant was issued for his arrest related to comments made during a recent political‍ rally.

Background

The allegations stem⁣ from a⁤ speech Khumalo delivered on January 18, 2026, at a rally in Katlehong, Gauteng. According to⁤ a statement released by the South African Police Service (SAPS) on January 19, 2026, Khumalo’s remarks were interpreted ⁣as encouraging supporters to take the law into thier own hands.The specific comments under scrutiny reportedly related to addressing perceived shortcomings in policing within the community.

Action SA’s ⁢Response

Action SA leader Herman Mashaba accompanied Khumalo to the police station. In a press conference ⁤following Khumalo’s surrender, Mashaba stated that the charges were politically motivated and an attempt to silence dissent. He maintained Khumalo’s innocence,claiming ⁢his words were misinterpreted and that he was merely advocating for citizens to actively participate in community safety initiatives. Mashaba further stated that action SA would provide Khumalo⁤ with full legal support.

Police Investigation

SAPS spokesperson⁣ Brigadier Athlenda mathe confirmed‍ Khumalo’s arrest ‍and stated that he will be formally charged with incitement to violence.Mathe indicated that the investigation is ongoing and that further arrests are possible. Khumalo is currently being⁤ held at the Katlehong Police Station pending a bail hearing scheduled for ⁤January 22, 2026, at the Katlehong Magistrate’s Court.

This is a⁤ developing story and will be updated as more details becomes available.

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