- North West businessman Suliman Carrim is reportedly set to face additional charges in the Musina Magistrate's Court
- Carrim is also due in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on 28 October for a bail application in his ongoing court case
- South Africans took to social media to weigh in on the latest charges, with many saying they knew it was bound to happen
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LIMPOPO — North West businessman Suliman Carrim is reportedly set to face additional criminal charges in the Musina Magistrate's Court, with a court appearance expected on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
According to a reliable source cited by The Sowetan, Carrim will face two counts relating to the alleged smuggling and theft of motor vehicles.
The development marks a significant escalation in the legal troubles surrounding the businessman, who is currently behind bars for a separate matter.
Carrim arrested at OR Tambo International Airport
Carrim was apprehended on 15 October 2026 at OR Tambo International Airport while reportedly attempting to board a flight to Dubai.
Charges under the Commissions Act were brought against him for failing to fully comply with the Madlanga Commission's proceedings, which eventually led to his arrest. He is scheduled to appear before the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on 28 October 2026 for the continuation of his bail application in that matter.
How did social media users react?
Social media users were not surprised by the news of the additional charges.
Katlego Modise asked:
"Is this the same man who claims he can only have a heart attack at the Madlanga Commission but not Dubai?"
Shaun van Niekerk wrote:
"And just yesterday I posted he looks like a used car salesman."
Aubrey Manyama noted:
"In Limpopo, one charge can multiply into 10."
Rajen Laloo offered a more direct response:
"Bring it on, NPA. The show must begin."
Melo Zah Maza stated:
"He is not coming out."
Madlanga Commission welcomes Carrim's arrest
Briefly News reported that the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry released a statement following the arrest of Carrim.
The North West businessman was nabbed at OR Tambo International Airport before he boarded an international flight.
The Madlanga Commission said it hoped that the arrest served as a warning for other witnesses who sought to evade testifying.
Source: Briefly News
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