Last week, police announced extradition proceedings for two defendants in the murders of Keenan “AKA” Forbes and Thebelo “Tibs” Motsoane, but their defense team said they had not received any applications.
Brothers Siyabonga Ndimande and Malusi Ndimande were arrested in Eswatini two weekends ago on suspicion of murdering their celebrity friend. Police said they were also wanted for the murders of two other people in Durban between February and March last year. They are among seven people arrested on suspicion of murdering the rapper and chef since April last year. Defense lawyer Sibesonke Ngwenya said it was unfortunate that he had yet to receive the comprehensive application (extradition application) he had expected by the close of business last Friday. “Keep in mind that we were in court on Monday, and that was our first court date. From there, we received a preliminary version, but we remain hopeful that a comprehensive version will be provided.” So at this point, I think we may even postpone it to Tuesday because we don't want to do anything inappropriate with local instructions.”
Mr Ngwenya said the defendant will appear in the Manzini Magistrates Court tomorrow, but the matter is likely to be adjourned as consultations with his client may take more time. “A meeting will be held today between the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) of the Kingdom of Eswatini and myself to discuss developments and the way forward,” according to court documents. “28-year-old hiding in a rented apartment in Mbabane and the 29-year-old suspects were allegedly paid R133 000 each for hitting AKA. They were charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder, attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms and ammunition and money laundering. Other suspects in the case include Lindokule Thabani Mkhwanazi (30), Lindani Zenele Ndimande (35), Siyanda Eddy Myeza Myeza (21) and Mziwetemba Gwabeni (21). Lindokule Lindo Ndimande (36), 29, appeared in court last week, and their problems became clear. KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, said it was usually a long-term process when suspects were extradited to South Africa. He stated that he could not confirm the matter as it was a lengthy process.
