DJ Sumbody Murder Accused Katiso Molefe Denied Bail by Alexandra Magistrates' Court, Mzansi Cheers
- Alexandra Magistrates' Court denied the alleged mastermind in the DJ Sumbody murder case, Katiso Molefe, bail
- In his ruling on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, Magistrate Renier Boshoff shared reasons why Katiso Molefe was denied bail
- A popular South African personality reacted to the ruling, with some speculating why Molefe was desperate for bail, while others predicted he wouldn't make it through trial
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Katiso Molefe, the businessman accused of masterminding the murder of DJ Sumbody, has been dealt a blow by the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court.
Molefe, who was arrested at his Sandton home on Monday, 21 July 2025, while on bail for an unrelated murder case, has been in and out of court in a bid for freedom. The closing arguments in the controversial businessman’s bail application were heard last week, and the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court handed down judgment today, Wednesday, 20 August 2025.
Katiso Molefe denied bail in DJ Sumbody murder case
Molefe will remain behind bars after Magistrate Renier Boshoff denied him bail in a judgment on Wednesday morning. Journalist Kgomotso Modise on X, who also shared that Katiso Molefe will return to court in September.
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In denying Molefe bail, Magistrate Renier Boshoff said the businessman’s legal team had failed to prove exceptional circumstances to justify his release on bail. The update read:
“JUST IN: Katiso 'KT' Molefe has been denied bail by the Alexandra Magistrates' Court. Magistrate Renier Boshoff has ruled that he failed to prove exceptional circumstances to justify his release on bail. He will return to court on 18 September.”
Why was the DJ Sumbody murder accused denied bail?
Newzroom Afrika journalist Linda Mnisi shared that the Alexandra Magistrates' Court also noted that Molefe is a man of financial means and poses a flight risk. The update read:
“BREAKING: Controversial businessman, Katiso “KT” Molefe denied bail. The court raises concerns of several issues, including the increased risk of absconding.”
What are netizens saying about Katiso Molefe's bail ruling?
Reacting to the news that Molefe had been denied bail for allegedly masterminding the murder of DJ Sumbody, controversial podcaster Nota Baloyi applauded the Magistrate. Several netizens echoed Baloyi’s sentiments and applauded General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, with some speculating why Molefe was desperate for bail. Others predicted that Katiso Molefe would not make it through the trial.
Here are some of the reactions:
@Manikipi said:
“That's justice, big up to the NPA and the Court.”
@bozzie_t speculated:
“He has a hit scheduled before the end of this month, and was counting on getting out on bail. Business interruption.”
@KrucbalXqution predicted:
“He is sickly and will barely make it through this trial. More breaking news is imminent.”
@Thulaganyo_G suggested:
“If it weren’t for Lord Mkhwanazi’s expose, this thug would have been released on bail like before.”
@jagstatic said:
“He will go the same route as he did with the Vereeniging one. He will go to the North Gauteng High Court🤷♂️”
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Police confirm why DJ Sumbody was murdered
Meanwhile, Briefly News reported that the investigating officer in the DJ Sumbody murder case revealed, through the prosecutor, the alleged motive behind the murder of Oupa John Sefoka.
This was revealed during court proceedings on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, while Katiso "KT" Molefe formally applied for bail, ending speculation on why DJ Sumbody was assassinated.
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