UPDATE: Standerton child porn case: Court grants bail of R20 000

Accused must be back in court on October 15.

August 28, 2025

Zell-Mari de Jager Less than a minute

A stressed elderly man sitting at a table in a historic building, supporting his head with one hand. — The accused awaits the outcome of his bail application in the Standerton District Court today. Photo: Zell-Mari de Jager

The 59-year-old man accused of possession and distribution of child pornography was granted bail today (August 28) in the amount of R20 000.

Presiding magistrate in the Standerton District Court, Sabelo Tembe, based his decision on the fact that the accused has a secure job with the Lekwa Local Municipality, owns immovable property in Standerton, and has family within the jurisdiction of the court.

The case was postponed to October 15 for further investigation.

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