Shebeshxt’s Girlfriend Kholofelo Hopeful He Will Be Granted Bail, Questions State’s Case
Kholofelo Chuene, the longtime girlfriend of Lekompo musician Shebeshxt, has expressed hope that he will finally be granted bail, saying she believes weaknesses in the State’s case are becoming increasingly evident.
Speaking outside the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 13 November 2026, Chuene appealed to the presiding magistrate to treat the musician, whose real name is Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, fairly.
She urged the court not to lose sight of his humanity, reminding the magistrate that he is also a father and deserves to be treated with dignity.
Chuene described the past year as emotionally and mentally exhausting, revealing that she was heavily pregnant when Chauke was arrested on 12 November 2025. The couple welcomed a child while he remained behind bars.
She added that the prolonged legal battle had taken a toll on her health and the family’s well-being.
Her comments come as Chauke continues his latest bail application, which is based on what his defence describes as new facts. His legal team has questioned the strength of the State’s evidence, particularly the absence of ballistic reports and alleged shortcomings in the investigation.
Chauke faces 21 charges, including four counts of attempted murder, stemming mainly from an alleged shooting in Ladanna, Polokwane, on 19 October 2025, in which two men were reportedly shot at. The charges also include robbery with aggravating circumstances, firearm-related offences, assault, culpable homicide and reckless or negligent driving.
He has remained in custody since his arrest, with previous attempts to secure bail unsuccessful.
The latest proceedings were postponed to 23 November, when the State is expected to call investigating officer Captain Phaladi Makola to testify.
Chuene has previously rallied support for her boyfriend, including encouraging fans to sign a petition calling for his release on bail.
She remains hopeful that the latest proceedings will bring a breakthrough in the case.