A competent court upheld the six-month prison sentence imposed on festival performer Islam Kabonga and fined him EGP 100,000 in a case involving allegations of inciting violence and crime through his song lyrics and social media videos.
Details of the Islam Kabonga Case
The case began after the General Administration for Public Morality Protection, part of the specialized police sector, monitored several videos posted by Islam Kabonga on his social media page.
According to the allegations in the case, the videos contained expressions considered offensive to public decency, as well as statements regarded as incitement to violence and the commission of crimes.
Islam Kabonga Arrested in Agouza
After completing the necessary legal procedures, security authorities arrested Islam Kabonga while he was in the jurisdiction of the Agouza Police Department in Giza Governorate.
When questioned, he admitted to posting the videos and stated that his aim was to increase viewership and generate financial profits.
Investigation Decisions in the Case
Investigative authorities had previously conducted inquiries into the allegations against Islam Kabonga and ordered his release on a financial bail of EGP 1,000.
They also ordered his mobile phone to be sent to the General Administration for Information Technology to examine its contents, storage unit, and the videos stored on it.
Investigators also requested information on whether Islam Kabonga was registered with the Musicians Syndicate before completing the legal procedures related to the case.
Court Ruling in Islam Kabonga Case
The competent court ultimately upheld the six-month prison sentence against Islam Kabonga and fined him EGP 100,000 in the case.
The ruling followed the court’s consideration of the case and the legal procedures taken regarding the allegations against him.
What was the court’s ruling against Islam Kabonga?
The court upheld his six-month prison sentence and an EGP 100,000 fine.
What allegations did Islam Kabonga face?
The case involved allegations of inciting violence and crime, as well as publishing expressions considered offensive to public decency.
Where was Islam Kabonga arrested?
He was arrested while he was within the jurisdiction of the Agouza Police Department in Giza Governorate.
How much was the bail set by investigators?
Investigative authorities set his bail at EGP 1,000.
Why was Islam Kabonga’s phone examined?
His phone was examined as part of the investigation into its contents, storage unit, and the videos stored on it.
