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title: "Watch – Politics, policing & a murder in Worcester: The story of Queeny Madikizela-Malema"
description: "Queeny Madikizela-Malema, an alleged ‘informant’ with a murky past, has been murdered. Her story is tangled in claims of rogue state activity, a reported 'jailbreak' linked to Jacob Zuma, and alleged smear campaigns tied to Western Cape policing and politics. What really happened? Watch as we unpack the intrigue surrounding her life and death."
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published: "2025-02-18T22:04:11"
updated: "2025-02-18T22:04:14"
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# Watch – Politics, policing & a murder in Worcester: The story of Queeny Madikizela-Malema

> Queeny Madikizela-Malema, an alleged ‘informant’ with a murky past, has been murdered. Her story is tangled in claims of rogue state activity, a reported 'jailbreak' linked to Jacob Zuma, and alleged smear campaigns tied to Western Cape policing and politics. What really happened? Watch as we unpack the intrigue surrounding her life and death.

By Caryn Dolley · Published 19 February 2025, 00:04 SAST · Updated 19 February 2025, 00:04 SAST

## Key points
- In a world where the truth often plays hide-and-seek, Caryn Dolley uncovers the latest escapades of those who seem to have mastered the art of disappearing, all while being expertly edited and filmed by a crew that clearly knows how to keep things cinematic.
- Caryn Dolley reports on the latest developments, highlighting key issues impacting the community.
- The video features insights and analysis from experts in the field, providing a comprehensive overview.
- Bernard Kotze's filming captures the essence of the story, enhancing viewer engagement.
- Edited by Malibongwe Tyilo, the piece is polished and ready for the Daily Maverick audience.

## Content

[YouTube video: "YouTube video"](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywFb_vK3bAU)

Reporting by: Caryn Dolley
Edited by: Malibongwe Tyilo
Filmed by: Bernard Kotze
Sub-edited by: Kevin Flynn
Produced by: Emilie Gambade

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