Joburg mom accused of forcing child to smoke drugs returns to court! The case against a Johannesburg mother accused of forcing her four-year-old son to smoke drugs returns to court on Monday morning.
The woman and three other men have been in custody since their arrest in July.
The group is facing serious allegations of child abuse and attempted murder – both Schedule 5 offences that make securing bail extremely difficult.
Forcing child to smoke drugs
Monday’s appearance is expected to clarify whether they’ll apply for bail or formally enter pleas.
Security is expected to be tight at the Johannesburg Magistrates Court, where the case has drawn strong public interest and outrage.
The State has already made its position clear: it will strongly oppose bail, pointing to the seriousness of the allegations and the vulnerability of the child victim.
The accused have allegedly admitted to giving the child Mandrax but toxicology results are still pending.
The boy remains in the care of social workers, who are closely monitoring his recovery.
In other news – Photos: Enhle Mbali and her sons steal the spotlight at Basadi in Music Awards
Actress and fashion designer Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa turned heads as she attended the 2025 Basadi in Music Awards alongside her two sons, Asante and Anesu, to honour her mother, Bongi Mlotshwa, who received the Trailblazer of the Year award.
Dressed in a custom design from her fashion label Essie Apparel, which she launched in 2019, Enhle was the picture of elegance and pride. Read More
