Multi-million Rand Asbestos Case Back In Court On Tuesday

The multi-million rand asbestos roof removal scandal is back in the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein on Tuesday.

The 15th of April is a set date for the long-awaited trial to commence, following many postponements.

Eighteen accused, including the former African National Congress ANC secretary general, Ace Magashule, businessman Edwin Sodi, former Human Settlements director-general, Thabani Zulu and others, are facing charges of corruption and money laundering.

This relates to the alleged irregular awarding of the R255-million asbestos roof removal contract in the Free State in October 2014.

The trial was set for a period between the 15th of April to 23 June 2025. However, some of the accused have already indicated challenges with trial readiness.