Bontle Mashiyane’s murder trial postponed to next year

The long-awaited trial of four men accused of the kidnapping and brutal killing of six-year-old Bontle Mashiyane from Mganduzweni near Masoyi, has been postponed once again.

The accused briefly appeared in the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court in Mbombela, where the matter was pushed back to 2 May 2026. The delay comes after the State introduced additional charges against the first accused, giving him more time to consult with his legal representative.

Bontle’s tragic death shocked the community three years ago when her mutilated body was discovered in bushes close to her home. The case has since drawn widespread public attention, with residents and family members demanding justice.

For Bontle’s family and community, the wait for justice continues, prolonging their grief and leaving closure just out of reach.