'I have done nothing wrong': Ace Magashule after corruption trial appearance

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Proclaiming his innocence, ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule on Friday said he hoped the court matter against him and 10 others would soon be concluded.

Speaking to a contingent of media on the steps of the Bloemfontein magistrate's court after the postponement of his court case, Magashule said: “We hope for a speedy trial because justice delayed is something else.”

“We are looking forward to August 11,” he added, referring to the date set down for the next court proceedings.

“I’ve done nothing wrong. I will prove it in court,” Magashule said.
19 Feb 2021 5AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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