![[File image] Zandile Christmas Mafe, suspect accused of breaking into Parliament when the fire started, appears in the Cape Town Magistrate's Court.](https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/SABC-News-Zandile-Christmas-Mafe-Reuters.jpg)
Alleged Parliament arsonist Zandile Mafe is expected to appear at the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court on charges of starting the devastating fire that destroyed parts of the National Assembly in January.
The state alleges that the 49-year-old entered the Parliament precinct through the window and hours later set the building alight.
Mafe had earlier been denied bail with the court ruling that there were no compelling circumstances.
VIDEO: Suspected Parliament arsonist Zandile Mafe denied bail
His legal team has, however, lodged an appeal with the Western Cape High Court against the denial of bail.
Mafe insists that he is being made a scapegoat and intends to sue the state.
