Fresh delays have hit the high-profile attempted murder case involving the son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe after proceedings at the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court were halted by a power outage on Thursday.

The case against Bellarmine Mugabe (28) and his co-accused, Tobias Tamirepi Matonhodze (33) has now been postponed to March 11. Both men remain in custody.

The latest postponement comes after court operations were disrupted due to the lack of electricity at the Alexandra court building, preventing the matter from proceeding.

The delay follows an earlier disruption on Tuesday when proceedings were also postponed because of power cuts and outstanding documents required by the defence.

The two accused face several serious charges, including attempted murder, defeating the ends of justice, possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, two counts of pointing a firearm and alleged violations of South Africa’s immigration laws.

According to the National Prosecuting Authority, the postponement will allow the State to provide additional documents and enable the defence to properly prepare its case.

NPA Gauteng spokesperson Magaboke Mohlatlole said prosecutors still need to supply confirmatory documentation obtained from the Department of Home Affairs.

Mohlatlole explained that the documents are required as part of the evidence related to alleged immigration violations linked to Mugabe.

“The postponement allows the State to provide the defence with confirmatory documentary evidence and also gives the defence time to obtain further instructions from the accused,” Mohlatlole said.

The charges stem from an alleged shooting incident at a residence in Hyde Park, Johannesburg on 19 February 2026.

Prosecutors allege that an argument broke out at the property before violence erupted.

During the altercation, the complainant was allegedly assaulted and attempted to flee the house. Investigators claim the victim was then shot in the back while trying to escape and collapsed outside the property gate.

The State further alleges that one of the accused returned to the property after the shooting and used a remote control to close the gate.

A security guard from a neighbouring property noticed the injured complainant outside and alerted authorities, leading to the arrest of the two suspects.

Defence lawyer Sinenhlanhla Mnguni previously told journalists that legal proceedings could not continue earlier this week because of technical failures and incomplete disclosure from the prosecution.

Mnguni said the defence is still waiting for crucial documents before it can proceed with a bail application.

He explained that the legal team needs time to study the evidence and consult with their clients before deciding on the next legal steps.

The lawyer added that the defence has been ready to move forward but was unable to proceed because prosecutors were still gathering certain documents.

Meanwhile, the case has generated intense public interest on social media, particularly because Mugabe is the son of Zimbabwe’s late long-time leader.

Some users on X reacted strongly to the developments, with one saying the postponement means the accused will spend more time in remand rather than enjoying the privileges associated with powerful families.

Another commenter said the case shows the importance of the rule of law, arguing that all individuals accused of serious crimes should face justice regardless of their background.

Authorities have not yet confirmed allegations circulating online that Mugabe may be in South Africa illegally.

The matter is expected to return to court next week, when prosecutors and defence lawyers are likely to address the outstanding documents and proceed with arguments related to bail.