AKA-Tibz murder accused to spend Christmas behind bars
The trial has been adjourned to April next year for the presentation of further evidence in the State’s case.
THE accused in the AKA and Tibz murder trial will spend Christmas behind bars following the adjournment of their matter on Thursday.
The trial of Lindokuhle Thabani Mkhwanazi, Lindani Zenzele Ndimande, Siyanda Eddie Myeza, Mziwethemba Gwabeni, Lindokuhle Lindo Ndimande, Siyabonga Gezani Ndimande and Malusi Dave Ndimande has been adjourned to the period of April 12, 2027 to May 14, 2027, for its continuation and the presentation of further evidence in the State’s case.
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The suspects face several charges, including conspiracy to commit murder, two counts of murder, multiple counts of attempted murder, as well as firearm- and ammunition-related offences.
They were charged in connection with the murder of Hip Hop artist Kiernan “AKA” Jarryd Forbes and his friend, celebrity chef Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane.
The duo met their demise on February 10, 2023, after they were shot and killed outside the former Wish Restaurant on Florida Road in Durban.
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The trial, which commenced in early October 2026, saw more than 20 witnesses taking the stand, with the State leading evidence which included video footage, vehicle-tracking data, ballistic evidence and financial evidence.
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