Breaking News - Leading Jockeys lose their licence

…. This is huge 

PRESS RELEASE

THE NATIONAL HORSERACING AUTHORITY IMPOSES INTERIM SUSPENSION ON LICENSED JOCKEY

The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (NHA) confirms that it has imposed an interim suspension on licensed jockey Mr Luyolo Mxothwa, with immediate effect, pending the outcome of a formal Inquiry.

This decision follows the emergence of serious allegations concerning the jockey’s conduct, which are currently under investigation and will form the subject of an Inquiry scheduled for 7 and 8 April 2026.

The allegations relate, inter alia, to:

communications and financial dealings linked to race activity;
exchange-betting and related conduct; and
actions allegedly inconsistent with the integrity of horseracing and the obligations of a licensed jockey.

These matters potentially constitute contraventions of multiple Rules of the NHA, including provisions relating to:

corrupt or dishonest practices;
prohibited betting activities;
conduct affecting the performance of a horse; and
conduct bringing the sport into disrepute.


INTERIM SUSPENSION

In terms of Rule 91.2 of the NHA Rules, the Chief Executive has determined that the continued participation of the jockey poses an unacceptable risk to the integrity of the sport.

Accordingly, during the period of suspension, the jockey is:

prohibited from riding in any race under NHA jurisdiction;
prohibited from participating in race meetings in any capacity as a licensed jockey; and
required to comply with all directives issued by the NHA.


BASIS FOR DECISION

The NHA emphasises that this action is taken in the interests of:

safeguarding the integrity of horseracing;
maintaining public and industry confidence in race outcomes; and
preventing any potential continuation or repetition of the alleged conduct.


The Authority further notes that the interim suspension is a precautionary measure and does not constitute a finding of guilt.

INQUIRY PROCESS

A formal Inquiry will be convened on 7 and 8 April 2026, where the jockey will be afforded full procedural rights, including:

legal representation;
the opportunity to present and challenge evidence; and
a fair hearing before an Inquiry Board constituted in terms of the NHA Constitution.

The interim suspension will remain in place pending the outcome of this process, subject to any further lawful determination.

COMMITMENT TO INTEGRITY

The NHA reiterates its zero-tolerance approach to conduct that undermines the integrity of horseracing. The Authority remains steadfast in its mandate to ensure that the sport is conducted fairly, transparently, and in a manner that upholds public confidence. Further investigations in respect of other licensees are currently on-going.

PRESS RELEASE

THE NATIONAL HORSERACING AUTHORITY IMPOSES INTERIM SUSPENSION ON LICENSED JOCKEY

The National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa (NHA) confirms that it has imposed an interim suspension on licensed jockey Mr S’manga Khumalo, with immediate effect, pending the outcome of a formal Inquiry.

This decision follows the emergence of serious allegations concerning the jockey’s conduct, which are currently under investigation and will form the subject of an Inquiry scheduled for 7 and 8 April 2026.

The allegations relate, inter alia, to:

communications and financial dealings linked to race activity;
exchange-betting and related conduct; and
actions allegedly inconsistent with the integrity of horseracing and the obligations of a licensed jockey.

These matters potentially constitute contraventions of multiple Rules of the NHA, including provisions relating to:

corrupt or dishonest practices;
prohibited betting activities;
conduct affecting the performance of a horse; and
conduct bringing the sport into disrepute.


INTERIM SUSPENSION

In terms of Rule 91.2 of the NHA Rules, the Chief Executive has determined that the continued participation of the jockey poses an unacceptable risk to the integrity of the sport.

Accordingly, during the period of suspension, the jockey is:

prohibited from riding in any race under NHA jurisdiction;
prohibited from participating in race meetings in any capacity as a licensed jockey; and
required to comply with all directives issued by the NHA.


BASIS FOR DECISION

The NHA emphasises that this action is taken in the interests of:

safeguarding the integrity of horseracing;
maintaining public and industry confidence in race outcomes; and
preventing any potential continuation or repetition of the alleged conduct.


The Authority further notes that the interim suspension is a precautionary measure and does not constitute a finding of guilt.

INQUIRY PROCESS

A formal Inquiry will be convened on 7 and 8 April 2026, where the jockey will be afforded full procedural rights, including:

legal representation;
the opportunity to present and challenge evidence; and
a fair hearing before an Inquiry Board constituted in terms of the NHA Constitution.

The interim suspension will remain in place pending the outcome of this process, subject to any further lawful determination.

COMMITMENT TO INTEGRITY

The NHA reiterates its zero-tolerance approach to conduct that undermines the integrity of horseracing. The Authority remains steadfast in its mandate to ensure that the sport is conducted fairly, transparently, and in a manner that upholds public confidence. Further investigations in respect of other licensees are currently on-going.



Vee Moodley
Chief Executive
23 March 2026

Sad,

Just incase you are wondering, I never named them I. The title or the first post as it’s hard to remove stuff from Google in the future ( result of case )

This sounds like another made up allegation by the nha , just like the Tony peter investigation 

Could be a serious 🤔 one 

Wonder if Osullivan will get involved 

So having read the two releases they are both suspended from riding 24 March to at least 8 April. so 17 or 18 days.

What happens if they are not guilty. Can they claim loss of earning against the Vee Moodley run NHRA?

Would be tip of the iceberg. But ???

After the Tony Peter debacle, its fair to think that Vee Moodley wouldn't want to concede another own goal.

Must be quite damning evidence. 

 

s a racing is actually under pressure though the sales results dont say so. it needs to be cleaned up otherwise its going to crash

Has anyone in Social media Land unpacked what these two jockeys are thought to have been involved in.

Vee Moodleys NHRA says :The allegations relate, inter alia, to:

communications and financial dealings linked to race activity.
>>>I thought jockeys can now own and bet on horses? Trainers get interviewed every day for their opinions.
exchange-betting ?
>>>>Did they bet against horses they were riding? If so did the horse have a realistic chance at winning, so did they pull the horse in the race?
actions allegedly inconsistent with the integrity of horseracing and the obligations of a licensed jockey.
>>>Oh help me God!!!! What does this line mean?

contraventions of multiple Rules of the NHA, including provisions relating to:
>>> Why not list the Rules by number?
corrupt or dishonest practices
>>> gonna be tough to prove under the Vee Moodleys NHRA guidelines more than rules attitude.
prohibited betting activities
>>> maybe we learn as punters where the big money is going!!!
conduct affecting the performance of a horse
>>> Will they publish horses impacted by this allegation?
conduct bringing the sport into disrepute
>>> compared to what???