Controversial Businessman Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe granted bail in DJ Sumbody murder case
Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe. Photo Credit- News24
Controversial businessman and murder accused Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe was granted R400,000 bail by the High Court in Johannesburg on Friday, marking a significant development in the high-profile case. The decision came after Molefe successfully appealed a previous denial of bail by the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court on August 20. The ruling allows the 40-year-old entrepreneur, known for his ventures in entertainment and property, to be released pending trial.
Molefe, who has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings, had turned to the High Court in a bid for freedom following the magistrate’s court’s rejection of his initial application. His legal team argued that he posed no flight risk and was not a danger to the public or witnesses. The state opposed the appeal, citing the severity of the charges and concerns over potential interference, but the High Court ultimately sided with the defense, imposing standard conditions including surrendering his passport and reporting to a police station weekly.
The case centers on the brutal 2022 assassination of popular musician Oupa Sefoka, professionally known as DJ Sumbody, along with two of his bodyguards. The trio was gunned down in a hail of bullets while driving in Woodmead, an affluent Johannesburg suburb, on November 28, 2022. Prosecutors allege Molefe masterminded the hit, motivated by a business dispute over a music event promotion deal gone sour. Molefe was arrested in May 2024 after months on the run, following an intensive manhunt.
FAQs on Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe bail
What amount of bail was granted to Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe?
Molefe was granted R400,000 bail by the High Court in Johannesburg.
Why was Molefe’s initial bail application denied?
The Alexandra Magistrate’s Court denied bail on August 20, 2024, citing concerns over the severity of the charges and potential risks.
What are the main charges against Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe?
He is accused of masterminding the 2022 murder of musician DJ Sumbody (Oupa Sefoka) and two bodyguards in a shooting in Woodmead.
