Two of the four accused in the murder of Tete denied bail
Two of the four accused in the murder of Tete denied bail. Two of the four accused in the murder of Zolani Tete denied bail.
What happened
Skip to content Menu Home | Two of the four accused in the murder of Tete denied bail FILE | Former two time world boxing champion, Zolani Tete. Image Credits : Reuters SABC News 18 September 2026, 14:30 [SAST] Two of the four accused in the murder of former two-time world boxing champion, Zolani “Last Born’ Tete, have been denied bail by the Mdantsane Magistrates’ Court in Kugompo City in the Eastern Cape. Video: Two accused in Zolani Tete murder denied bail MOST READ Body of a man discovered in Linden 8.
Skip to content Menu Home | Ruling on bail for accused in Zolani Tete murder case expected Former boxing world champion, Zolani Tete. Image Credits : X: @cherylroberts00 Abongile Dumako 18 September 2026, 07:34 [SAST] A ruling is expected to be delivered in the Mdantsane Magistrates’ Court, in the Eastern Cape, in the bail application of the two men accused of their role in the murder of former boxing champion Zolani Tete. WATCH | SABC News reporter Abongile Jantjies provides the latest on the bail application of two men accused of murdering two-time world boxing champion Zolani Tete. pic. twitter. com/xLmBdTNfNX — SABC News (@SABCNews) September 7, 2026 > The matter was postponed after the court heard new evidence relating to the ballistic report concerning the firearm and ammunition used during the crime.
The two accused who applied for bail included the 22-year-old alleged mastermind in the case, who uses a wheelchair.
The wider picture
The state opposed bail, saying the accused were resourceful and if granted bail, they might attempt to evade trial. RELATED VIDEO | Family welcomes progress in Zolani Tete murder probe: MOST READ Body of a man discovered in Linden 8. Skip to content Menu Home | Chikunga concerned over young men accused of rape and murder Minister for Women Sindisiwe Chikunga speaking at a government engagement. Delivering the ruling, Magistrate Anton Pretorius said the accused are a flight risk, might interfere with witnesses, and face serious charges.
Tete was gunned down outside his home in Mdantsane three weeks ago. He cited his health and lack of a caregiver in prison as reasons for applying for bail. The other accused, the alleged middleman, argued that he’s a breadwinner and might lose his job if he remains in prison. 8k views EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi fired 2k views UN sounds alarm over Ekurhuleni murders in South Africa 1.
What has been reported
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What happens next
9k views Lamola in the US ahead of the UN General Assembly 1. 6k views Police seize counterfeit goods worth R145,000 1. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. They include the 22-year-old alleged mastermind and the alleged middleman. The legal representative of applicant number two, Asanda Phakade, argued that the new evidence does not sufficiently link his client to the crime scene or justify his continued detention. Image Credits : GCIS SABC 18 September 2026, 14:59 [SAST] Minister for Women Sindisiwe Chikunga says it is heartbreaking to see young men raping and killing women in the country.
The driver allegedly raped the teen at gunpoint.
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