The legal team of suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has alleged that the sexual offenses case against him was only opened because the father of the 16-year-old complainant was pressured to provide information. According to an affidavit by Sibiya's wife, Sizakele Dlamini, the father, known as Mr M, was approached by two people who wanted him to provide information on Sibiya. This affidavit was read in court on September 29, 2026, during Sibiya's bail hearing.
Sibiya is facing charges of rape and sexual grooming, and his lawyer, Amanda Nel, claims that Mr M was pressured by individuals who wanted him to withdraw the charges. Nel alleged that Mr M approached Apostle Victor Monamodi regarding an amount of R300,000 to withdraw the charges. However, Nel clarified that her understanding was that Mr M was approached by the apostle, who sought to use him as an intermediary to communicate with and engage members of the Sibiya family.
In her affidavit, Dlamini alleged that Mr M threatened to expose alleged dealings between Sibiya and Matlala and claimed that he had been recording Sibiya and keeping photographs, location reports, and other reports. She said he also claimed to have "a substantial amount of information, documentation" that he could provide to investigators or legal authorities. This has led to allegations that Mr M was being pressured to continue with the case.
The state has opposed Sibiya's release on bail, saying he is likely to interfere with witnesses. The case has been postponed to October 13, 2026, for judgment. Sibiya's lawyer, Amanda Nel, read Dlamini's affidavit into the record, alleging that Mr M wanted to withdraw the charges but was being put under pressure to continue with the case. Mr M was allegedly being pressured by individuals named Khumalo and Mkhwanazi.
According to Nel, Mr M was requested to "bring more information concerning the application." The affidavit has become a crucial part of Sibiya's bail hearing, with his legal team arguing that the case against him was motivated by pressure on the complainant's father. Sibiya's defense team is trying to prove that the case against him is not based on solid evidence.
The case against Sibiya has garnered significant attention, with many following the developments in the court case. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has also been drawn into the controversy, with the union representing taxi operators, SANTACO, and other stakeholders watching the developments closely. Sibiya's internal disciplinary hearing has also been put on hold.
The allegations of pressure on Mr M have raised concerns about the integrity of the case against Sibiya. The court will have to consider these allegations when making a decision on Sibiya's bail application. The case has significant implications for Sibiya's future and the broader South African community.
Key points
- The legal team of suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya alleges that the sexual offenses case against him was only opened because the father of the 16-year-old complainant was pressured to provide information.
- Sibiya's lawyer claims that the father of the complainant was approached by individuals who wanted him to withdraw the charges.
- The case has been postponed to October 13, 2026, for judgment.
