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Municipal manager in court, proceedings to resume on Thursday

The state says Jili is a dangerous man who should not be released.

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Shamona Buthuram Less than a minute

Municipal Manager Langelihle Jili in the Durban court. Photo: Estella Naicker

uThukela Municipal Manager Langelihle Jili (46) and his co-accused, Bongumenzi Dlamini (26), appeared in the Durban Specialised Commercial Crimes Court today (October 27) for a formal bail application.

A decision regarding bail was not reached and proceedings will resume on Thursday (October 29).

Both Accused No. 1 and Accused No. 2 presented affidavits motivating why they should be granted bail.

The state argued that Jili is a dangerous man who should not be released while the case is pending.

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Shamona Buthuram

Shamona Buthuram, a journalist at the Ladysmith Gazette, is a multifaceted talent with a passion for fashion and make up. As a former Miss Bollywood winner and qualified makeup artist, she brings a unique perspective to her writing. When not working, Shamona loves dancing, watching Friends and Bollywood movies, and binge-watching Netflix. Her motto, "Love all, serve all.