The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed that it has received communication from the legal representative of murder accused Matipandile Sotheni indicating an intention to withdraw from the case. Sotheni, a former SAPS Special Task Force member, is accused of killing Marius van der Merwe, also known as Witness D. Van der Merwe was a key whistleblower who testified anonymously before the Madlanga commission of inquiry in November 2025. NPA…
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