Sekhukhune United’s Shaune Mogaila faced his first court appearance today, revealing an unexpected side of the football star’s life—his finances.
Three-Point Summary:
- Shaune Mogaila’s bail hearing revealed he earns R40,000 monthly, with high expenses, limiting his bail affordability to R5,000.
- Facing charges of culpable homicide and reckless driving, Mogaila was granted bail at R20,000, with no restrictions imposed.
- His next court date is 4 February 2025, as investigations continue.
Shaune Mogaila can only afford R5,000 bail, court hears
Appearing charges of culpable homicide, reckless driving, and leaving the scene of an accident, Mogaila’s bail hearing exposed the financial pressures he’s carrying, which reportedly restricted him to offering just R5,000 for bail.
Mogaila’s defence team laid out his monthly earnings and expenses, showing how financially strained he is despite a professional soccer career.
Earning R40,000 per month, the winger’s obligations include an R8,500 monthly BMW payment and an R13,500 bond, alongside financial support for his family.
The defence argued that due to these commitments, he could only afford R5,000 for bail.
However, the court ultimately set bail at R20,000, and, given the state’s lack of opposition, Mogaila was released without any strict conditions.
With no restrictions barring him from contacting witnesses or limiting his movement, Mogaila is free to resume his daily life.
Yet, the charges he faces—a fatal accident involving a nine-year-old girl, with her mother and sibling injured—cast a shadow over his future, both on and off the field.
Mogaila’s case has drawn significant public attention, particularly due to the tragic nature of the incident.
Mogaila’s BMW was found abandoned at the accident scene, with alcohol bottles, a suspicious white powder, and marijuana edibles inside.
Although it’s still unclear if Mogaila was driving the vehicle, these findings add to the scrutiny surrounding the case.
Authorities are also analysing dashcam footage to gather more insight, with the state calling for further lab analysis to determine key evidence.
Despite his crucial role in Sekhukhune United’s recent DStv Premiership victory against Richards Bay a day before the tragedy, where he helped lead his team to a win, Mogaila now finds himself in a precarious position.
His team, Sekhukhune United, has yet to make a public statement.
Mogaila’s next court date is set for 4 February 2025.
