NPA to hand over of forfeited state properties linked to Marang Estate Development


Picture:The National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Advocate Andy Mothibi

By REGINALD KANYANE

13 March 2026- Following the successful forfeiture of properties linked to the Marang Estate Development in Mahikeng by the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). The National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Advocate Andy Mothibi will lead the official handover of the recovered assets to the Mahikeng Local Municipality.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) spokesperson, Phindi Mjonondwane said the handover will include 23 Erven allocated to the Mahikeng Local Municipality, as well as unfinished residential blocks and building materials that will be transferred to the Social Housing Regulatory Authority. Mjonondwane said the ceremony will take place in the presence of senior representatives from the National Prosecuting Authority and other key stakeholders.

“This handover forms part of the NPA’s ongoing efforts to ensure that assets derived from unlawful activities are recovered and redirected to the State for the benefit of communities and those affected.

“During the media briefing and handover ceremony, the NDPP will outline the successful asset recovery process undertaken by the NPA’s Asset Forfeiture Unit in relation to the Marang Estate matter,” she said.

Mjonondwane further said the event will take place at Mahikeng Local Municipality Mayoral Boardroom 1 on 18 March 2026, at 10am.

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