In case you missed it: Sibiya ‘will find me dead’ | Zuma drops appeals | Tyla unveils That Girl Music Scholarship
Catch up on the biggest stories of Wednesday, 14 October 2026, that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.
Two alleged rape victims in the case against former deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya have pleaded with the court to deny him bail. They argue that his release would put them and their families at risk. During a bail hearing at Randburg Magistrate’s Court, state prosecutor Velile Makasana read out victim statements emphasizing the emotional toll of the case and the safety concerns.
Magistrate Hleziphi Mkhasibe directed the prosecution to obtain affidavits from the complainants to assist in the bail decision.
Written by urgent.news from The Citizen's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
