Lekompo star Shebeshxt has once again got Mzansi talking after a video of him walking through Mall of the North in Polokwane surfaced on social media, sparking speculation that he had finally been released from custody.
The footage, which began circulating on X on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, showed the controversial musician inside the shopping centre. Fans were quick to celebrate what they believed was his return to freedom, with some expressing excitement at seeing the rapper outside prison.
However, it turns out Shebeshxt is not a free man just yet.
According to reports, the musician was escorted to the mall by police officers to attend to outstanding banking matters while his bail proceedings continue. Despite being spotted in public, he remains in custody.
The sighting sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans celebrating his appearance while others questioned why someone facing serious criminal charges was being allowed to attend to personal matters outside detention.
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Shebeshxt has been behind bars since November 2025 and is currently facing 21 charges, including attempted murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, and assault.
His latest bail hearing at the Polokwane Magistrates' Court was postponed after the state prosecutor reportedly fell ill. Proceedings are expected to resume on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.
While his legal troubles are far from over, the excitement surrounding his mall appearance shows that the musician continues to attract attention from his supporters.
For now, fans hoping to see Shebeshxt back on stage will have to wait as his fight for bail continues.
