UK fugitive Ndodana Tshuma back in court over plea deal

UK fugitive Ndodana Tshuma back in court over plea deal bombeleni_temp Tue, 11/10/2026 - 06:00

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma appears at the Johannesburg magistrate's court. Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi

Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma appears at the Johannesburg magistrate's court. Gallo Images/Fani Mahuntsi

JOHANNESBURG - Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma is expected back in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.

The proceedings are expected to determine whether his plea and sentence agreement can be finalised.

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The UK fugitive previously pleaded guilty to the unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, as well as contravening the Immigration Act.

However, his lawyer told the court that Tshuma could not remember signing the agreement.

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Tshuma is wanted in the UK in connection with the alleged murders of his wife and two daughters. He is also facing extradition proceedings.

Tuesday’s proceedings are expected to clarify the status of the South African criminal case, which must be concluded before the extradition process can proceed.