The story: Alleged Parliament arsonist Zandile Mafe started his 30-day mental observation at Valkenberg Psychiatric Hospital on Thursday after a bed was secured for him.
The details: National Prosecuting Authority Western Cape spokesperson, Eric Ntabazalila, said Mafe appeared at the Cape Town Magistrate's Court on Thursday where the magistrate made the order for him to be admitted for observation.
What we know: Meanwhile, Mafe's legal representative, Luvuyo Godla, told News24 his client was taken to the hospital on Thursday after starting a hunger strike.