Overview

• Magistrate Sandy Sindane postponed the bail decision to October 3, saying the court was not ready to issue a ruling.
• Zuma, accused in the December 2023 killing of DA chief whip Nhlalayenza Ndlovu, remains in custody with three co-accused on charges that include murder and illegal firearms possession.
• The state presented section 204 witness Zwelithini Buthelezi and submitted phone voice messages alleging Zuma paid R70,000 to arrange Ndlovu’s killing linked to an illegal land sale.
• Prosecutors are moving to revoke Zuma’s earlier bail, arguing he breached conditions by interfering with witnesses during the protracted proceedings.
• DA provincial leader Francois Rodgers condemned repeated delays, as the packed courtroom and heavy police presence underscored strong public interest and the strain on the Nxamalala tribal authority.