Meyiwa murder trial postponed due to absence of translator

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The matter was due to continue on Tuesday with the soccer star’s close friend Mthokozisi Thwala back for cross-examination.

JOHANNESBURG - The Pretoria High court has had to postpone the Senzo Meyiwa trial due to the absence of an interpreter.

#SenzoMeyiwaTrial We are back in the Pretoria High Court where Mthokozisi Thwala will continue with testimony. We are experiencing delays due to the absence of a Zulu interpreter. @motso_modise pic.twitter.com/MnM7dc80FV ' EWN Reporter May 9, 2023 The matter was due to continue on Tuesday with the soccer star’s close friend Mthokozisi Thwala back for cross- examination.But proceedings ground to a halt in the Pretoria High court after court officials were unable to find an interpreter.

#SenzoMeyiwaTrial Baloyi says they tried to get another interpreter but he is in Palm Ridge, 83km away. Baloyi says they have all agreed to postpone the matter to tomorrow. @motso_modiseState advocate George Baloyi addressed the court on the need for a postponement. “Our regular interpreter is not available; he called this morning to say that due to circumstances beyond his control he will not be able to come through to work.”“Unfortunately, my lord, he is currently at Palm Ridge Court which is 83 kilometers from this court.

 

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