WSU CAMPUS MANAGER CHARGED FOR STUDENT'S MURDER

THE suspended Walter Sisulu University (WSU) campus manager has been charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of unlicensed firearm, possession of ammunition in connection with the death of student Sisonke Mbolekwa.

- NICOLA DANIELS

Two students, Ntando Gqetywa and Lizwa Ndzumo, were wounded during protests on the Mthatha campus last week.

The students who were protesting over the poor condition of residences, were reportedly marching towards the manager's on-campus residence when live shots were fired.

The university yesterday confirmed the staff member, Manelisi Mampana, was on precautionary suspension. Mampana made his first appearance in the Mthatha Magistrate's Court yesterday charged with murder, attempted murder, possession of unlicensed firearm, possession of ammunition, said Eastern Cape NPA spokesperson, Luxolo Tyali. His case has since been postponed for bail application to May 2 and he will remain in custody. The WSU council further confirmed the appointment of retired Justice Chris Jafta as the chairperson of a commission of inquiry into the events, assisted by Adv Bayethe Maswazi, who will be the evidence leader. The attorney for the commission is Zincedile Tiya.