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Four arrested in the alarming disappearance of journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and partner
Four people have been arrested in connection with the disappearance of Pretoria journalist, Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa Precious Mdhluli. To read on, click here.
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Eskom, South Africa's state-owned power utility, has unveiled an optimistic power system update, projecting a significantly improved outlook for Winter 2025. To read on, click here.
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Have you seen this man? SAPS offers R60,000 for 'very dangerous' suspect in IFP MP's assassination
Zamani Ngila Ximba is still at large and is wanted for the murder of an IFP MP and may be hiding in Gauteng or beyond. Gauteng police have offered a R60,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a 'very dangerous' man wanted in connection with the murder of Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) MP Khethamabala Sithole. Provincial police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Mavela Masondo confirmed the reward and identified the suspect as Zamani Ngila Ximba. 'The police in Gauteng have issued a reward of R60,000 to anyone who can come forward with information that will lead to the arrest and successful conviction of Zamani Ngila Ximba, who is wanted for the murder of Inkatha Freedom Party Deputy Chief Whip Mr. Khethamabala Sithole,' Masondo said. Masondo described the suspect as tall, dark in complexion, and considered armed and 'very dangerous.' IOL News previously reported that two other suspects have already been arrested in connection with the killing, police national spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said. The pair is expected to appear before the Palm Ridge Magistrate's Court on Thursday on a charge of murder. Sithole was gunned down in a hail of bullets on May 31 at the Buyafuthi Hostel in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni.
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Justice for Likhona Fose: Pakistani shop owner arrested in shocking murder, mutilation case
A spaza shop owner is the second suspect to be arrested for the brutal murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose, whose body was found mutilated. Image: X A Pakistani spaza shop owner has been arrested as the second suspect in the brutal murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose, whose body was found mutilated in Durban Deep, Roodepoort. IOL reported on Wednesday that the case of murder against the first suspect, 39-year-old Mduduzi Trevor Mnisi, who is also accused of killing Likhona Fose, was postponed to June 18 for a formal bail application. Mnisi appeared before the Roodepoort Magistrates Court on charges of murder with the State indicating that it plans to oppose bail to Mnisi, who has a previous attempted murder conviction against him. In the latest development, City of Johannesburg's member of mayoral committee (MMC) for public safety, Dr Mgcini Tshwaku, told broadcaster Newzroom Afrika that the community played a pivotal role in the arrest of the Pakistani man. 'We were actually tipped off, and through the interrogation of Mduduzi and through the community, we managed to establish the link between Mduduzi and the Pakistani man," he said. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. Tshwaku however, said he was not sure when the spaza shop owner will be appearing before court. He added that government and law enforcement authorities would fight to ensure that Mnisi and the Pakistani man, who cannot be named until he has appeared in court, are not released on bail. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ On Wednesday, IOL reported that scores of concerned residents of Durban Deep indicated that they feel let down by the country's justice system, as Mnisi was out of prison on parole, for crimes including attempted murder and robbery, when he allegedly killed Likhona. Last week, IOL reported that City of Joburg Speaker, Nobuhle Mthembu and executive strategic advisor to the MMC of public safety, David Tembe, visited the family of Likhona. Reports indicate that the family suspects hate crime to be the motive in the murder of the Grade 8 pupil, who identified as a lesbian. Tembe, who was greeted to protesting community members and anti-gender-based violence activists, extended his condolences to the bereaved family, stating: "Her tragic and brutal killing, suspected to be linked to occult practices, has shaken the community. The city stands with the family during this time of immense grief, reaffirming its commitment to fighting heinous crimes and protecting the most vulnerable." IOL News
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Woman jailed for life after killing her father she believed used 'muthi' to kill her mother
IOL Mologadi Magdeline Mehlape pleaded guilty to the murder of her father, Dr Malekutu Johannes Mehlape, Picture: NPA A 28-year-old woman who pleaded guilty to killing her father because she believed he was responsible for the death of her mother has been jailed to life imprisonment. Mologadi Magdeline Mehlape was sentenced in the Polokwane High Court on Wednesday. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) said despite Mehlape's guilty plea, the court imposed the prescribed minimum sentence because the State believed the guilty plea was motivated by overwhelming evidence rather than genuine remorse. Mehlape killed her father Dr Malekutu Johannes Mehlape, who was a Circuit Manager at the Limpopo Department of Education on December 28, 2023. The NPA Mehlape orchestrated the murder following claims made by a traditional healer, who alleged that her father was responsible for her mother's death through the use of "muthi". "When attempts to retaliate using traditional means failed, Mehlape enlisted the help of various family members to hire a contract killer, agreeing to pay R200,000 for the murder," explained NPA spokesperson Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi. The court heard that on the night of the murder Mehlape unlocked the gate and main door, granting the perpetrators access to the house. Malekutu was ambushed in his bedroom while asleep, shot multiple times, and robbed of several valuables, including his cellphone. A Ford Ranger double cab believed to have been used during the crime was seized during the arrests in Mankweng, and a firearm allegedly used in the killing was recovered during an arrest in Zebediela. Four others were also arrested in connection with the murder including traditional healer Mahlodi Melida Mathole, 34. The other three accused are Tshepo Gabriel Ranoto, Hlologelo Klaas Mogotlane, both 34, and Michael Sello Molongoane,42. Their trials have been separated and expected to appear in court on June 20, 2025 for trial. They face charges of conspiracy to commit murder, murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, and possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. In mitigation, Mehlape apologised to her family, noting that she is the primary caregiver of her toddler daughter and had unresolved disputes with her father. IOL News
