By Levy Masiteng
The criminal case against Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) chief executive Themba Mathibe was struck off the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court roll on Tuesday after the State failed to finalise its investigation within the time granted by the court.
Mathibe appeared on charges of fraud and corruption linked to alleged procurement irregularities at the Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO), where he has also served as acting chief executive.
The State sought a further postponement to complete outstanding investigations, including the downloading and analysis of electronic devices seized during the probe. Prosecutors told the court that investigations had not been finalised and that additional time was needed to complete forensic processes.
However, Magistrate Samuel Mashaba rejected the request, noting that the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) had already been granted about five months since Mathibe’s first court appearance in January to conclude investigations and gather evidence.
The defence opposed the postponement
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