Alleged Parliament arsonist Zandile Mafe has started his 30-day mental observation at Valkenberg Psychiatric Hospital.

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14 January 2022

A spokesperson for the National Prosecuting Authority, Eric Ntabazalila, says Mafe, who face several charges including terrorism, arson and theft, appeared in court earlier this week, where the magistrate made the order for him to be admitted for observation. Mafe’s legal representative says his client has started with a hunger strike. The matter has been postponed to 11 February.

Merentia Van Der Vent

Merentia joined the media world in 1996 and in 2001, she took her first steps in the broadcasting world. In her free time, she likes to go on adventures in the city. She also likes to learn new dances, not that she is any good at that.

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