The trial will be held in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria and is expected to run from September 9 to 20.
The accused, who has a history of psychological disorders, will be observed by three psychiatrists
Magistrate Mali Mokwena ruled that the media may take still photographs 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after court proceedings.
Among the groups expected to protest are nonprofit organisation #Notinmyname, the ANCWL, the Economic Freedom Fighters and the Democratic Alliance
The steakhouse franchise group has confirmed the incident and says it is in contact with the family while the police investigate