JUST IN | Suliman Carrim’s vehicle-theft case postponed as he remains behind bars
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) confirmed that Carrim faces charges of attempted theft and money laundering linked to the vehicles.
Suliman Carrim, an ANC-linked businessman, faces mounting legal troubles as new allegations emerge regarding his alleged involvement in Absa vehicle smuggling. On Thursday, 22 October 2026, Carrim appeared in the Musina Magistrate’s Court to face charges of attempted theft and money laundering. These charges stem from an incident on 22 July 2026, when police intercepted two vehicles believed to be owned by Absa at the Beitbridge Border Post in Musina, allegedly destined for Malawi.
The police claim that fraudulent bank documents were used to facilitate the cross-border movement of the vehicles. Carrim's legal counsel stated that they were prepared to proceed with the bail application but were unable to find a courtroom as the court roll was already filled with other cases. The matter was subsequently postponed to 30 October for the bail application, with Carrim needing to return to Pretoria for medical treatment.
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