Wandile Nsibande’s 25-Year Sentence and New Court Case

Wandile Nsibande is back in court over alleged violent protests in Durban. He previously received a 25-year prison sentence for robbery, kidnapping and attempted murder.

Reports say the earlier case dates back to 2009. It involved a 26-year-old woman, Kavisha Seevnarain, in KwaZulu-Natal.

The woman was driving her Mercedes-Benz in Pinetown when four armed men allegedly attacked her. The men broke a window and forced their way into her car.

They robbed and kidnapped her before throwing her from a bridge over the uMkhomazi River. The bridge is on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast.

The woman survived the attack but suffered serious injuries. These included broken ribs, pelvic fractures and punctured lungs.

Media reports identified Nsibande as one of the people involved in the crime. He later received a 25-year prison sentence for his role in the case.

New Charges in Durban

Nsibande now faces a separate case linked to alleged violent protests in Durban. The charges reportedly include incitement to commit public violence, possession of a dangerous weapon, resisting police and obstructing traffic.

His co-accused, MaGolide Shinga and Malizo Dzanibe, each received bail of R1,000. However, Nsibande remained in custody after the state opposed his release.

During the bail proceedings, the prosecution reportedly raised concerns about his previous conviction and parole status.

Nsibande has also accused police of assaulting him after his arrest. This claim remains an allegation unless an investigation establishes the facts.

The current case is separate from his previous conviction. The court must still determine his guilt or innocence on the new charges.

His next court appearance was reportedly scheduled for 16 October 2026.