Cape Town – A 38-year-old man, Tebogo Mnisi, has abandoned his bail bid and will remain in custody over Christmas after appearing in the Mamelodi Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday.
Mnisi faces two counts of murder, attempted murder, and possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition following the execution-style killings of cousins Tshiamo (22) and Baleseng Moramaga (21), who were found dead from gunshot wounds in Mamelodi over the weekend.
[BREAKING] Mamelodi double murder accused Tebogo Mnisi abandons bail. He faces five charges, including pre-meditated murder, attempted murder and possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.#Newzroom405 pic.twitter.com/PfGhDq8kni
— Newzroom Afrika (@Newzroom405) October 29, 2025
Police arrested Mnisi on Monday after witnesses reported seeing him arguing with the victims before their deaths.
His lawyer told the court that Mnisi has no prior convictions or pending cases.
The case was postponed to 19 January 2026, while community members gathered outside court demanding no bail and a swift trial.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
