The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has rejected representations submitted by media personality Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye seeking an alternative dispute resolution in his criminal case.
The decision means the criminal prosecution against Maarohanye will proceed, with the NPA stating that there is sufficient evidence and reasonable prospects of a successful prosecution.
NPA spokesperson Magaboke Mohlatlole said the decision followed an assessment of representations submitted by Maarohanye’s legal team.
Maarohanye appeared before the Germiston Regional Court, where his legal representative indicated an intention to escalate the representations to the Office of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP).
The matter has been postponed to 23 November 2026 for the outcome of the further representations.
Charges against Jub Jub
Maarohanye faces charges of discharging a firearm in a public place and pointing an object likely to lead a person to believe it is a firearm.
The charges stem from an alleged incident involving an e-hailing driver in Edenvale on 14 June 2026.
According to allegations, Maarohanye confronted the driver following suspicions that he was romantically involved with his partner. The incident allegedly escalated, resulting in the driver being threatened with a firearm.
Maarohanye has previously denied the allegations.
The NPA said its decision was based on the available evidence and applicable law.
