Bail hearing for man accused of killing WSU student to be heard in court
Manelisi Mampane, a residence manager at the institution, allegedly shot and killed Sisonke Mbolekwa during a student protest on campus in April.
Sisonke Mbolekwa's family arrived at Mthatha Magistrates Court on Tuesday,22 April 2025. Picture: Nhlanhla Mabaso/EWN.
MTHATHA - The bail hearing of the man accused of killing Walter Sisulu University (WSU) student Sisonke Mbolekwa will be heard in the Mthatha Magistrates Court on Tuesday.
Manelisi Mampane, a residence manager at the institution, allegedly shot and killed Mbolekwa during a student protest on campus in April.
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He was meant to apply for bail last week, but this was put on hold due to a power outage at the courthouse.
Mampane is charged with murder and the attempted murder of another student as well as the unlawful possession of firearm and ammunition.
Last week, the Mthatha Magistrates Court postponed the matter to resolve its electricity issues.
Investigating officer Colonel Mandla Miya is expected to testify on Tuesday morning.
Students from the institution have since vowed to intensify their call for justice in the matter.