On July 3, the Shanzu Court granted the State the 60-day period they had asked to continue holding the suspects. “It would appear that her undoing was to be the first respondent’s (Mackenzie) wife. It is only mentioned that she is believed to have resided with the Mackenzie at Shakahola,” Shikanda said. In his ruling, he directed that the seven-week detention period will run from August 2. Under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) the Court can continue extending the detention period for the suspects for up to 360 days.

Source: The Star September 17, 2023 21:59 UTC