The State has opposed bail for North West businessman Suliman Carrim, accusing him of failing to disclose key financial and personal information that could influence his bail application in the Musina Magistrates’ Court.
In an affidavit opposing bail, investigating officer Captain Jimmy Kubayi of the Commission Recommendations Task Team alleged that Carrim failed to disclose ownership of eight properties, his residency status in the United Arab Emirates and a R30-million bond that he is reportedly servicing.
Prosecutors argue that the financial commitments significantly exceed Carrim’s declared monthly income and raise concerns about his ability to comply with bail conditions.
Kubayi further argued that Carrim poses a flight risk, citing his alleged international residency ties.
The investigating officer also raised concerns about claims relating to Carrim’s health, alleging that these had been used to avoid accountability. He told the court that no medical evidence had been presented to show that Carrim was ever medically unfit to appear in court or before the Madlanga Commission.
According to Kubayi, the absence of such documentation creates the impression that Carrim’s health concerns were being used to frustrate the criminal justice process.
Carrim is accused of being linked to the attempted theft of two financed vehicles that were intercepted at the Beitbridge border post in Musina on July 22, 2026.
The vehicles were allegedly being transported to Malawi when authorities stopped them.
The State maintains that Carrim’s financial circumstances, alleged international ties and the concerns raised by investigators should be considered in determining whether he should be granted bail.
