Manana granted R5k bail

Mduduzi Manana appeared in court on charges of physical assault today.

He was granted bail of R5 000 bail and will appear in court on September 13. His case is currently being investigated, Minister of Police Fikile Mbalula has confirmed.

During a media briefing, Mbalula said Manana was not being given preferential treatment despite not being arrested after the assault was reported.

“Citizens have rightfully demanded that this case be treated as serious and urgent due to the identity of the perpetrator. I agree,” said Mbalula, but added police had to first obtain witness statements before they could take action.

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