Ngizwe Mchunu

2022 - 10 - 13

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July unrest: Tearful alleged instigator Ngizwe Mchunu says he was ... (News24)

Alleged July 2021 unrest instigator Ngizwe Mchunu has addressed a packed Randburg Magistrate's Court, claiming that there is political interference in the ...

He replied that I knew why I was arrested." Sadiki responded: "I hear you. I'm not a businessman." I am a noble South African citizen who never fought, nor was arrested before." I was only expressing [myself after] the arrest of a freedom fighter, [former president] Jacob Zuma. I was only practising my freedom of expression.

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July unrest: Ngizwe Mchunu trial postponed to December (Johannesburg Sunday World)

The trial against former Ukhozi FM presenter Ngizwe Mchunu has been postponed to December 5 after the complainant failed to arrive in court.

Khanyile’s trial was set to start on Monday, August 15, however, it was postponed after the firebrand requested a chance to expand his team of legal representatives. It is alleged that Mchunu incited violence and encouraged people to loot during a press conference held at a hotel in Bryanston, Johannesburg in 2021. Mchunu, a staunch supporter of former president Jacob Zuma, made a brief appearance at the Randburg magistrate’s court on Wednesday.

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Ngizwe Mchunu trial postponed to December - SABC News ... (SABC News)

He made a brief appearance at the Randburg Magistrates' Court North of Johannesburg, where his trial was set to start. The trial has been postponed to the fifth ...

An emotional Mchunu also spoke about legal costs and asked for the matter to be finalized. [#NgizweMchunu]became emotional and asked to address the court when the state asked for a postponement of the case as the complainant is not available and is testifying in another matter. Mchunu is alleged to be one of the July unrest instigators.

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Alleged July riots instigator Ngizwe Mchunu pleads with court to fast ... (Citizen)

The case against alleged July riots instigator Ngizwe Mchunu has been postponed to 5 December 2022 after a witness failed to appear in court.

If I may be arrested, may I be arrested now, not later than now; If I am guilty,” Mchunu pleaded with the magistrate. “I am pleading to you… The case was postponed again after a witness, a police officer who was supposed to take the stand, was unavailable because he was testifying in a separate trial and could not make it to court.

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Former Radio Presenter Ngizwe Mchunu Appears in Court, Netizens ... (Briefly)

Ngizwe Mchunu shared his confidence that things will go well for him in court. Ngizwe is accused of inciting violence during the July unrest over Jacob ...

[postpone the case ](https://briefly.co.za/south-africa/141909-alleged-july-unrest-instigator-ngizwe-mchunu-emotional-plea-court-case-postponed/)to 5 December despite Ngizwe being on the verge of tears. You don't incite violence and come to court and cry." Njabulo Ncube was found guilty of housebreaking with intent to steal and theft. The DJ is not nervous as he has faith that justice will prevail. "They must be strong I have nothing to hide. [DailySun ](https://www.snl24.com/dailysun/celebs/ngizwe-i-have-nothing-to-hide-20221012)reports that [Ngizwe](https://www.instagram.com/ngizweonline/?hl=en) is confident everything will go well for him in [court](https://briefly.co.za/tag/court/).

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Former radio, DJ Ngizwe Mchunu, in court (KossyDerrickEnt)

The former Ukhozi FM radio personality has been charged with inciting violence during the unrest in 2021. Mchunu made a brief appearance in the Randburg ...

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'If you hang me, so be it': Ngizwe Mchunu breaks down in court (The South African)

Ngizwe Mchunu's arrest came after the riots and looting that took place in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and some parts of Gauteng after former president Jacob Zuma was ...

His supporters left their sticks and shields outside the courtroom when it was time to start proceedings. I am a noble South African citizen who never fought, nor was arrested before,” Ngizwe Mchunu was quoted as saying. If you want to arrest me, arrest me. In the end, I will be accused of disrespecting the court,” he said, adding that he had to sell his cows to cover expenses. Alleged July unrest instigator Ngizwe Mchunu cried in court as he explained how the case has negatively impacted him. Alleged July unrest instigator Ngizwe Mchunu reportedly cried in court as he explained how the case has negatively impacted him.

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Alleged July Unrest Instigator Ngizwe Mchunu Makes a Tearful Plea ... (Briefly)

One of the alleged July unrest instigators, Ngziwe Mchunu, was emotional and teary-eyed in court after he learnt that his matter was being postponed again.

Mchunu says [ he and Madiba are the same, ](https://briefly.co.za/105754-haibo-ngizwe-mchunu-compares-himself-nelson-mandela-a-viral-video.html)following the challenges they faced as men. He also alleged that the many postponements are due to political interference, reports [News24](https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/july-unrest-tearful-alleged-instigator-ngizwe-mchunu-says-he-was-targeted-for-showing-support-for-zuma-20221012). The viral video clip is posted by @Mamlaba011 on Twitter. The former Ukhozi FM presenter was dressed in traditional isiZulu attire and was supported by many who filled the court pews. Mchunu, who is based in KwaZulu-Natal, explained that he might not be able to make it to court. "Ngizwe can cry all he wants.

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'I am innocent': Alleged instigator of July 2021 unrest says charges ... (News24)

Controversial figure Ngizwe Mchunu has criticised the National Prosecuting Authority, Police Minister Bheki Cele, and President Cyril Ramaphosa.

They were left by supporters of Ngizwe Mchunu ahead of his appearance— ntwaagae Seleka (@ntwaagae) I only found out last month that the witness was going to testify in the High Court. The matter was earlier set down first down for trial. We are forced to bring a postponement because the main witness is testifying elsewhere in the High Court. The Constitution protects the rights of the accused. They haven't arrested the real culprits," he said. [Mchunu] is unemployed and is being jeopardised." The issue here is that this is a political case. "There are ways to follow to subpoena witnesses. When did they know that the witness would testify in the High Court? "My case is delayed because their star witness was absent in court. "I am innocent.

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'I've sold 10 cows to defend myself' - former radio presenter Ngizwe ... (News24)

He's known for creating the now popular phrase 'Ay'khale' but he was the one crying when he appeared in court recently. It's all become too much, ...

“I felt honoured and respected by the rule of law, the Magistrate gave me a chance to speak in court while my lawyers were present, and I admire him for that. When you are poor and a black man in this country, you will be suppressed. It is just that I can’t afford this case, and they are putting me under a lot of debt.” "I am unemployed and one of my wives during Covid-19 used to be a beneficiary of the R350 social relief grant. He appeared wearing iMvunulo (a traditional way of dressing that was used by Zulu people before they were colonized) and a pair of nice sunglasses to seal the look. I keep on selling my cows, I sold almost ten cows just so I can defend myself and not spend a night in jail.

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