Medical Records Battle in Kekana Trial | Johannesburg News

In a high-stakes murder trial, the defense is fiercely challenging the prosecution’s use of unverified hospital records to undermine Musa Kekana’s credibility — arguing that without the doctor who wrote them testifying, the notes are inadmissible hearsay. The state insists these records are vital to test Kekana’s consistency, especially regarding his claims of police assault. With Kekana’s credibility central to his defense — including allegations of being suffocated by officers — this legal battle over evidence admissibility could reshape the entire case. The court’s ruling on whether every medical entry can be used will determine if prosecutors can continue probing his story — making this a pivotal moment in a trial already charged with accusations of police misconduct. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.sowetan.co.za/news/2026-09-15-five-quick-takes-from-matlala-co-accuseds-evidence-challenge/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6b767396f29ac371 Report issues to [email protected].