SAPS inspects Calvin Mathibeli's Durban premises

Police just walked straight into a Durban business compound after a court shut down Calvin Mathibeli’s attempt to block the inspection.

SAPS compliance check at the Durban North site

• South African Police Service officers began inspecting Durban North premises.
• Calvin Mathibeli leads Calvin and Family Group.
• The court's loss allowed officers to step inside the property.
• Records, contracts, and finances are getting reviewed.

Durban High Court blocks emergency court move

• Calvin Mathibeli rushed to the Durban High Court on Tuesday.
• The businessman tried halting the planned police visit.
• Judges tossed the request, citing weak grounds.
• The decision let investigators proceed without delay.

What investigators are digging through

• Officers are checking business licences and permits.
• Inspectors are scanning payroll paperwork and worker agreements.
• Officials are reviewing tax registrations and VAT filings.
• Teams are probing safety compliance across premises.

Mathibeli profile and company activity

• Calvin Mathibeli runs Calvin and Family Group Ventures.
• Group handles construction, property development, and logistics.
• The firm has partnered with developers across KwaZulu-Natal.
• Mathibeli promotes township enterprise and youth jobs.

Local business community reacts

• Some Durban entrepreneurs back strict compliance visits.
• Others worry inspections disrupt legitimate operations.
• Mathibeli’s lawyers are reviewing the High Court judgment.
• Associates say he is cooperating with investigators.

Broader compliance push in KwaZulu-Natal

• Authorities have intensified business checks across KwaZulu-Natal.
• The South African Police Service often teams with SARS.
• Operations target tax dodging and labour violations.
• The campaign aims to curb links to criminal economies.