The bribery case against former Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa and ex-EOH executive Jehan Mackay has been postponed to October 24.
They appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court, where Kodwa is accused of receiving R1.7 million in bribes from Mackay in return for government tenders.
The magistrate, Philip Venter, expressed satisfaction with the progress of the case, noting that it is moving at a reasonable pace.
“I am satisfied by submissions by all parties that this matter is not stagnating. It is moving along at a reasonable pace. I am satisfied therefore to grant the remand at the joint request until October 24 back to this court for the outcome of representations in terms of both accused one and two.
“Your bail is extended on same conditions as before,” he said.
WATCH LIVE | Zizi Kodwa and Jehan Mackay back in court over bribery charges
Cape Town – Former Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa and former EOH boss Jehan Mackay are appearing in the Commercial Crimes Court on Thursday facing corruption charges.
The charges involve allegations that Mackay paid bribes totaling R1.6 million to Kodwa between 2015 and 2018, including cash and luxury accommodations. Both plan to plead not guilty.
Watch the proceedings below (Courtesy of SABC News)
Delays in the case have occurred due to Mackay’s efforts to have the charges against him dismissed, but his attempts have been unsuccessful so far.
Kodwa has expressed frustration over the delays, warning he might seek a separation of trials if they continue.
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