Safa President Danny Jordaan arrested for alleged fraud and money embezzlement totaling to R1.3M

Safa President Danny Jordaan has been accused of fraud and money embezzlement in the federation.

The administrator, who is seeking a fourth term as South Africa's Football Federation head, has had a tough time to clear his name.

In March, Hawks officers raided Safa's office in search of evidence against the veteran administrator. 

It is alleged that between 2014 and 2018, Jordaan used the federation's resources for personal gain. This included hiring a private security company to protect him, as well as a public relations company - all without the approval of the board.

"South African Football Association (SAFA) president Danny Jordaan has been arrested and charged with fraud after allegedly spending R1.3 million of the association's money for his personal benefit," News24 reported.

"Jordaan and his two co-accused, SAFA chief financial officer Gronie Hluyo and journalist-turned-businessman Trevor Neethling, are set to appear in the Specialised Commercial Crime Court in Palm Ridge on Wednesday."

In the five-hour raid, Hawks confiscated a laptop, USBs, external hard drives, and documents hoping to get solid evidence against Jordaan.

The Safa head hopes to sanctify his name in a bid to get a chance to extend his reign in Mzansi football.