The murder case of Alexandra-born hip-hop star Nkululeko ‘Flabba’ Habedi resumed at the Randburg Magistrates’ Court with the State calling its first witness on 7 September.
Sindisiwe Manqele is accused of murdering the 37-year-old musician, believed to be her boyfriend. Manqele earlier arrived at court with her face covered by a scarf, as she has done throughout the trial.
Paul Schutte, the State prosecutor, called Luyanda Silupa, the cousin of the deceased. Silupa said the two had an argument which went on for about 30 minutes in the early hours of 8 March.
“I heard someone walk into the bedroom of the deceased’s home and slam the door. A few minutes later I heard the deceased knocking on the door calling the accused’s name,” said Sulupa.
According to Silupa the accused came running out from the deceased’s bedroom. Silupa said that when asked what was the problem was, the accused allegedly replied, “I stabbed your brother by mistake.”
Silupa earlier said that he took Flabba as a brother as they grew up together.
Manqele has pleaded not guilty.
The court has adjourned for tea.
