{
  "id": 15629727,
  "title": "Three Ethiopian nationals to apply for bail after violent protest",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/three-ethiopian-nationals-to-apply-for-bail-after-violent-protest",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T15:00:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/three-ethiopian-nationals-to-apply-for-bail-after-violent-protest/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Three Ethiopian nationals, Kebede Basore, Genchew Perakaso, and Wadaje Girma, are set to apply for bail in the Durban Magistrates' Court on Friday following their arrest during recent violent protests. The trio faces charges of attempted murder and public violence, stemming from an incident that occurred on October 8th.\n\nThe trio appeared briefly at the Durban magistrate court for their bail application. They are accused of attempting to murder Mzolisi Notshweleka, as well as engaging in public violence. The altercation took place at a shop on West Street in Durban. For additional details, one can visit [this link](https://t.co/4v5Vy3dqfi) provided by Mlondi Radebe — SABC News on October 19, 2026.\n\nThe victim, Mzobanzi Notshelekwa, suffered severe injuries when he was allegedly beaten with sticks, stones, and a bushknife. According to reports, the attack occurred in the Durban Central Business District (CBD) as demonstrators returned from a march against illegal migrants. The prosecution is currently opposing the bail application. A related video [shows] violence erupting in Durban CBD, with the incident reportedly tied to tensions surrounding asylum seekers.",
  "summary": "Three Ethiopian nationals to apply for bail in the Durban Magistrates Court after violent protest",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}