02 Nov 2026

A legal matter in which Omphile Johane popularly known as Obzar Modidima faced a defilement charge is scheduled for November 26, for case management conference and setting of trial dates.

Maun Chief Magistrate Reuben Sebetela, granted bail to Johane on Friday, subject to conditions intended to ensure his court attendance and does not interfere with witnesses.

Johane, pleaded not guilty to the charge, which relates to an alleged offence committed February 2017 at or near Botshabelo Ward in Maun. Reading the charge to the accused before court, the prosecutor stated that Johane allegedly had unlawful carnal knowledge of a girl who was under the age of 16 at the time, a charge under Section 147(1) of the Penal Code.

Granting bail, Chief Magistrate Sebetela ordered the accused to bind himself for P2 000 and provide one surety who would bind themselves for P1 000. 

“The accused is granted bail under the conditions that he attends court whenever required and not to interfere with witnesses,” he said.

Johane informed the court that he had engaged legal representation, but his lawyer was absent from the hearing. 

Chief Magistrate Sebetela ordered the accused to ensure that his legal representation filed with the court to indicate power of attorney and to have a written statement to present before court if he would not be present on the next court hearing. ends