The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has rejected representations by media personality Molemo Katleho Maarohanye, popularly known as Jub Jub, in which he sought an alternative dispute resolution in his criminal case.
The decision means the prosecution against the Uyajola 9/9 presenter will proceed, with the NPA maintaining that there is sufficient evidence and reasonable prospects of a successful prosecution.
NPA Gauteng spokesperson Magaboke Mohlatlole said the decision followed careful consideration of submissions made by Maarohanye’s legal team.
“The DPP’s Office is of the view that there is sufficient evidence and reasonable prospects of a successful prosecution. The representations were therefore unsuccessful, and the criminal prosecution against Maarohanye will proceed,” Mohlatlole said.
Maarohanye appeared before the Germiston Regional Court on Friday, October 30, where his legal representative indicated an intention to escalate the representations to the Office of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP).
The matter was postponed to November 23, 2026, for the outcome of the further representations.
The case stems from an alleged confrontation with an e-hailing driver in Edenvale on June 14, 2026. According to allegations before the court, Maarohanye allegedly confronted the driver after accusing him of being romantically involved with his partner.
The situation allegedly escalated, with the driver reportedly being forced into a vehicle and a firearm discharged in his direction. The driver managed to escape unharmed and reported the incident to police.
Maarohanye faces charges of discharging a firearm in a public place and pointing an object in a manner likely to make another person believe it is a firearm. Police reportedly seized a pellet gun from his residence during the investigation.
Following his arrest, the media personality was granted R5,000 bail by the Gauteng High Court in June after approaching the court over delays in his first appearance.
He has previously denied the firearm allegations, telling journalists outside court: “There’s no gun.”
The NPA said its decision to reject the representations reaffirms its commitment to prosecutorial decisions based on available evidence and applicable law, without fear, favour or prejudice.
Maarohanye remains out on bail as the matter continues through the criminal justice system.
