An accused man in the murder cases of ANC members is applying for bail on new facts at the Durban Magistrate's Court, citing delays in the trial.
Sandile Mzizi, one of the accused in the murders of ANC Ward 101 candidate Siyabonga Mkhize and activist Mzukisi Nyanga, has applied for bail on new facts, arguing that the delay in his trial warrants his release.
The killings occurred in October 2021, just before the local government elections. The State alleges that Mkhize was murdered to ensure the election of Mkhipheni Mzimuni Ngiba, who had served as Ward 101 ANC councillor for about 12 years.
Ngiba is co-accused alongside Mzizi, Nkosinathi Ngcobo, Sifiso Mlondo, and Phathisakhe Ngiba.
Mzizi appointed former senior State advocate Yuri Gangai for his bail on a new facts application, and in his trial at Durban High Court, he is represented by private attorney Sibusiso Dlamini.
