Former South African Parliament Speaker Released on Bail
In a significant development, the former Speaker of the South African Parliament has been released on bail pending trial . The former Speaker, whose name has not been disclosed due to legal restrictions, was arrested last month on charges related to corruption and abuse of power during their tenure. South Africa parliament The allegations against the former Speaker include accepting bribes, misusing public funds, and obstructing justice . The bail hearing took place at the High Court in Pretoria, where the defense argued that their client was not a flight risk and would cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation. The prosecution, however, raised concerns about potential witness tampering and the seriousness of the charges. Justice Themba Makhanya, presiding over the case, granted bail with strict conditions. The former Speaker must surrender their passport, report to the police station weekly, and refrain from contacting any potential witnesses. The bail amount was set at ZAR 500