Joe Sibanyoni, co-accused walk free as case struck off roll

The case against prominent Mpumalanga businessman Joe Sibanyoni and his three co-accused has been struck off the roll in the Kwaggafontein Magistrate’s Court.

The defense teams for Sibanyoni, Daniel Masilela, Phillimon Msiza and Oupa Sindane, argued that prosecutor Mkhuseli Ntaba should be found guilty of contempt of court after failing to appear despite being ordered to do so on Friday.

The four accused faced charges of extortion and money laundering.

Presiding Officer, Magistrate Tule Tonjeni, subsequently issued a warrant of arrest for Ntaba, while the National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed his suspension.

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