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Niehaus’ COVID-19 regulations trial to commence

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The trial of former spokesperson for the uMkhonto wesizwe Military Veterans Association, Carl Niehaus, in connection with an alleged violation of COVID-19 regulations, is due to start in the Estcourt Magistrate’s Court on Thursday.

Niehaus is being charged with mobilising a gathering of supporters of former President Jacob Zuma in violation of COVID-19 regulations at the time.

VIDEO: Niehaus arrested outside Estcourt prison during an SABC interview:

This was after former President Jacob Zuma was incarcerated at the Estcourt prison to serve a 15-month jail term for contempt of court.

After his arrest, Niehaus was asked to pay a fine but refused and opted that his case be tried in court.

The case has been set down for two days.

ANC fires Niehaus

Last year, the African National Congress (ANC) dismissed Niehaus from the party.

Niehaus said he believes that he is being targetted by the party for his knowledge of illegal activities related to the non-payment of staffers.

He announced his intention to take senior members of the party to court over the matter.

VIDEO: ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe confirms Niehaus’ dismissal:

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