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Parliament arson accused says he was threatened with death sentence
Arson accused Zandile Christmas Mafe has alleged that he was threatened with the death penalty when he was arrested unless he cooperated with the authorities.
Supporters of arson accused Zandile Mafe want to see him freed: 'Enough is enough'
People calling for the release of Zandile Mafe, accused of setting Parliament alight, gathered outside the court. The group reiterated that Mafe is a scapegoat.
State requests Zandile Mafe be sent for 30 days observation, Parliament fire suspect threatens hunger strike
Zandile Mafe believes he is being forced to trade his liberty for food. He vowed to go on a hunger strike if he is not released on bail following arson charges.
Dali Mpofu takes over from Luvuyo Godla as Zandile Mafe's attorney, Parliament fire suspect in court
Advocate Dali Mpofu has taken over as Zandile Mafe's senior counsel in the Parliament fire case. Mpofu said that Mafe has been diagnosed with schizophrenia.
"The damage is done": Thuli Madonsela regrets her Legal Aid comments in relation to Zandile Mafe
Legal Aid South Africa has issued a statement in response to Thuli Madonsela's comment insinuating there is a risk of confession under Legal Aid representation.
Parliament not insured, fire repairs could be paid for by taxpayers as Department of Public Works assumes no responsibility
The value of Parliament is unknown as it is not insured, says a spokesperson for the Department of Public Works. South African taxpayers might pay for repairs.
Parliament fire: Zandile Christmas Mafe's family dispels Russian spy training rumours
The family of Zandile Mafe, the man accused of starting the Parliament fire, say they will press charges against people falsely claiming Mafe is a trained spy.
Parliament fire: Insurance loophole could cost see taxpayers covering R1b cost of rebuild
The Parliament fire could see taxpayers having to cover the costs of ther rebuild after fears that insurance companies won't pay out for the damages caused.
"It does not come from EFF": Luvuyo Godla denies he is paid to help Zandile Mafe
Luvuyo Godla denies that he is linked to the EFF. People have previously accused him of taking money from the party to represent pro bono for Zandile Mafe.
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