TSHWANE – Nine people accused of killing a Tshwane University of Technology lecturer in a suspected mob justice incident have been granted bail of R2 000 each by the Soshanguve Magistrates’ Court.
The accused, all residents of Soshanguve Block L, are Koketso Molambo (37), Thapelo Mothemani (33), Solomon Maunatlala (32), Kholofelo Phasha (20), Kabelo Mothiba (43), Koketso Masuku (34), Lerato Matlala (37), Marry Dudu Mogale (43), and Maggie Phasha (56).
They face a charge of murder following the death of Madasi Sifundo on 25 February.
Police received a complaint about a mob justice incident in Soshanguve Block L at around midnight on 25 February. Community members alleged that Sifundo had raped two children aged nine and 12.
When police arrived at the scene, they found Sifundo lying naked and face down in the street. Emergency medical services certified him dead at the scene.
Police arrested the nine accused on 27 February 2026.
During the bail application, the accused applied for release through their legal representatives. Prosecutor Thandi Nduli opposed the application, citing the seriousness of the offence and concerns that the accused may intimidate state witnesses, as they are known to them.
The court ruled that exceptional circumstances exist which, in the interest of justice, permit the release of the accused on bail.
The matter has been postponed to 29 April 2026 for further investigations.
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