EDITORIAL | Thabo Bester’s prison break an embarrassing tragedy, not a comedy

The time as come for action and accountability — no more trumpeting and dodging

10 April 2023 - 20:54

As news about the arrest of fugitive Facebook murderer Thabo Bester and socialite doctor girlfriend Nandipha Magudumana spread on the Easter weekend, the response to the police minister’s hastily convened official announcement of the development was one of continued disbelief. ..

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