Correctional Services says Bester will continue to receive appropriate care at Ebongweni Prison

The Department of Correctional Services said that Thabo Bester will continue to receive appropriate care in line with policy prescripts while he is at the Ebongweni Prison.

The department confirmed Bester’s transfer, saying such moves are routine practice and are guided by security risk assessments.

Bester’s lawyers said that he was moved the country’s tightest security prison without any prior warning.

Correctional Services Singabakho Nxumalo said Bester will still have full access to legal representation.

“The offender will continue to receive appropriate care in line with applicable legislative and policy prescripts and will retain full access to legal representation, family communication, and court processes. All necessary logistical arrangements remain in place to ensure that court appearances and legal proceedings proceed without disruption.”