Shebe Maburna back in court as bail hearing resumes

Lekompo musician Lehlogonolo “Shebe Maburna” Chauke is back in the Polokwane Magistrates’ Court in Limpopo on Thursday as his bail application continues.

Chauke, who has been in custody since November 2025, is facing 21 charges, including four counts of attempted murder.

During previous proceedings, Chauke argued that there was insufficient evidence linking him to the shooting and wounding of a fan in Ladanna, Polokwane, in October last year.

The bail hearing was adjourned to Thursday after proceedings in the matter continued in the Polokwane Magistrates’ Court.

The musician’s return to court comes amid renewed public attention after videos circulated on social media earlier this week showing him at Mall of the North in Polokwane.

Chauke was seen walking through the shopping centre under police escort and greeting fans, accompanied by several unidentified men.

The footage sparked questions on social media about his appearance outside custody while his bail application remains before the court.

However, authorities have indicated that Chauke remains in custody and that his court appearance is part of ongoing legal proceedings.

The court is expected to continue hearing arguments relating to his bail application on Thursday.