Mensah brothers granted bail
Two brothers accused of involvement in a large-scale stock theft case have been granted bail by the Mariental Magistrate’s Court.
John Billy Mensah and Edward Mensah face allegations linked to the theft of about 66 head of cattle, valued at an estimated N$1.4 million. The pair were arrested on 8 September 2025 and first appeared in court shortly thereafter.
According to the prosecution, represented by Christian Swartbooi, the alleged offences occurred over an extended period between January and August 2025. It was submitted that the brothers allegedly ran a structured and deliberate operation involving the unlawful capture, transportation, slaughter and concealment of cattle.
Court documents indicate that Edward Mensah was employed as a foreman at Sue Valley during the period in question.
Previous incidents cited
The State further told the court that, in an earlier and separate matter, several farmers collectively suffered losses of about N$85 000 after four cattle were allegedly stolen. That case was later withdrawn, but the prosecution raised it as part of its opposition to bail.
Despite the objections, the court granted bail of N$10 000 to each accused. The decision followed a consultation session held on 11 December 2025 and a formal bail hearing on 16 December 2025, with bail being confirmed on Friday, 9 January.
As part of the bail conditions, both brothers are required to report to the Mariental police station twice a week, a measure aimed at ensuring compliance with bail terms and their availability for trial.
John Billy Mensah and Edward Mensah face allegations linked to the theft of about 66 head of cattle, valued at an estimated N$1.4 million. The pair were arrested on 8 September 2025 and first appeared in court shortly thereafter.
According to the prosecution, represented by Christian Swartbooi, the alleged offences occurred over an extended period between January and August 2025. It was submitted that the brothers allegedly ran a structured and deliberate operation involving the unlawful capture, transportation, slaughter and concealment of cattle.
Court documents indicate that Edward Mensah was employed as a foreman at Sue Valley during the period in question.
Previous incidents cited
The State further told the court that, in an earlier and separate matter, several farmers collectively suffered losses of about N$85 000 after four cattle were allegedly stolen. That case was later withdrawn, but the prosecution raised it as part of its opposition to bail.
Despite the objections, the court granted bail of N$10 000 to each accused. The decision followed a consultation session held on 11 December 2025 and a formal bail hearing on 16 December 2025, with bail being confirmed on Friday, 9 January.
As part of the bail conditions, both brothers are required to report to the Mariental police station twice a week, a measure aimed at ensuring compliance with bail terms and their availability for trial.
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