Correctional Services National Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale says a prisoner who escaped from the Rooigrond Maximum Correctional Centre near Mahikeng in the North West has been rearrested. Edward Madiba is serving a 20-year sentence for robbery, possession of a firearm and ammunition, kidnapping and parole violation. Speaking at a media briefing this morning, Thobakgale also confirmed that investigations are underway into who may have assisted Madiba in his escape. 

<p>Correctional Services National Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale says a prisoner who escaped from the Rooigrond Maximum Correctional Centre near Mahikeng in the North West has been rearrested. Edward Madiba is serving a 20-year sentence for robbery, possession of a firearm and ammunition, kidnapping and parole violation. Speaking at a media briefing this morning, Thobakgale also confirmed that investigations are underway into who may have assisted Madiba in his escape.&nbsp;</p>

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