ANC MP accused of killing wife denied bail, remains behind bars

PHUTI MOSOMANE

ANC Member of Parliament Sibusio Macdonald Kula’s urgent bail application was denied on Monday by the Orkney Magistrate’s Court.

Kula is accused of killing his 31-years old wife Jennifer Motlhomi on 27 November 2021 in Kanana township, Orkney, in the North West Province. 

The magistrate said it is in the interest of justice to allow the state a postponement so they can consult with the SAPS investigating officer.

The 34-year-old former ANC Youth League Secretary made his court appearance on Monday but is going to remain behind in custody until January 27 for a formal bail application.

Lawyers representing Kula, Gcina Dlanjwa said he is the sole breadwinner of his three children. Telling the court that, since his arrest on Friday, the children have been left without guardianship.

Kula’s lawyers further told the court that the state has not given “cogent reasons” for him to remain behind bars