MR WILLIAMS
Thank you, Mr Chairman.  Mr Chairman, before I proceed with leading the applicant, I just want to give a short background, your Worship - Mr Chairman, with regard to this matter.   The trial of - this case has been partly heard.  Initially the applicant pleaded not guilty in respect of both charges relating to both victims.  The reason for that was that the only evidence that the State had was a confession which was allegedly extracted from the applicant under duress. It is on that basis, he contested the admissibility of the confession.  The matter has been protracted and continued over a lengthy period and at the last court hearing, the applicant pleaded guilty in respect of the one matter, and that is the one relating to the Ndimphiwe Nthekiso.  The reason being that the other victim, Mr Eric Xegetwane indicated that he is not interested in the court proceedings.
	So the case had been postponed for sentencing to the 16th of July.  Mr Chairman, I will not proceed with leading the further applicant.