Court refuses to reveal witnesses’ names in Brown Mogotsi firearm case over safety fears
The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court has refused to reveal the identities of two State witnesses in Brown Mogotsi’s firearm case, citing safety concerns despite his defence arguing that the secrecy undermines his right to a fair trial.
The DA's leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis, met with ActionSA's Herman Mashaba on Thursday, sparking speculation about Helen Zille's future in Johannesburg. Mashaba claimed the discussion was "frank and productive," and that he had offered the DA three metro regions in Gauteng. Meanwhile, political fixer Oupa Brown Mogotsi secured a partial victory in his perjury case, with the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court ordering the prosecution to provide cellphone records of witnesses.
The court ruling came after Mogotsi requested additional evidence to prepare for his trial, where he faces charges of defeating the ends of justice, perjury, unlawful firearm possession and discharge. Additionally, media personalities Anele Mdoda and Buzza Mgudlwa opened up about their marriage, family traditions and royal responsibilities.
Meanwhile, South Africans should brace for severe weather on November 14, 2026, including flooding, disruptive rain, damaging winds and extreme fire danger across various regions.
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