Namibian-born siblings in Phala Phala farm theft convicted
A South African regional court convicted Imanuwela David and his sister Floriana Joseph for theft. They were part of a group of Namibian nationals who stole 10 million rand hidden in sofas at a farm. The theft occurred in February 2020. Other individuals involved included Urbanus Shaumbwako, Petrus Afrikaner, Simon Hijapo, and Errki Shikongo. Ndilinasho Joseph was arrested but later acquitted of all charges. David was found guilty of conspiracy and housebreaking with intent to steal.
A South African regional court on Monday convicted Imanuwela David and his sister, Floriana Joseph, of theft. David is part of the five Namibian nationals who stole R10 million found stashed in Ramaphosa’s sofas. Other accused are Urbanus Shaumbwako, Petrus Afrikaner, Simon Hijapo and Errki Shikongo. The incident happened in February 2020. David’s brother, Ndilinasho Joseph, who was also arrested in connection with the matter, was acquitted on all charges. National Prosecution Authority Limpopo province spokesperson Mashudu Malabi has confirmed the conviction. David was found guilty of conspiracy to commit housebreaking with intent to steal, housebreaking with intent to steal