According to a police report, neighbours in the area became concerned about a foul smell from a certain house in their neighbourhood as well as some flies in-and-around. They also could not get hold of their neighbours over the phone hence they informed police about it.

Upon arrival, police were shown the house which was locked but there seems to be no sign of a break-in. The Mbombela Disaster Management were also summoned to assist in unlocking the door. The house appears to have been ransacked and it was during this time when two lifeless bodies were found.

“The old woman was identified by her family as Eunice Mahlodi (64), whose body was found half naked. The second body found, was that of Eugenia Dineo Masuku (20). Masuku’s body was found half naked in her bedroom, both her hands were tied with cables. It is suspected that she could have been strangled as a cable was found around her neck. There were also blood stains noticed in the bedroom. It is further suspected that some items like cell phones could have been stolen from the house,” reads a statement.

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The two victims were unfortunately certified dead by the Emergency Medical Services Personnel who also attended the scene. The bodies were found at the early stage of decomposition.

A case with two counts of murder has been opened and a team of experts in the investigation field has been established under the leadership of the Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, to probe this horrific incident. A 72-hour Plan has been activated with all role players involved.

Circumstances surrounding this incident is still under investigation and police are appealing to the members of the public for information that may assist in apprehending the perpetrator(s) by contacting Detective Sergeant Debra Matukane on 076 354 9612 or call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Members of the public can also send information via MYSAPSAPP. All information received will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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Chauke was arrested on Monday, 22 September, 2025 following the discovery of the child’s lifeless body on the side of the road between Cunningmore A and B. According to information received by the police, the victim was last seen when her father fetched her from her grandmother’s home in Cunningmore, claiming he was taking her to buy clothes.

Upon arrival at the scene, police and Emergency Medical Services found the child lying on the ground. She was certified dead at the scene.

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A case of murder was immediately opened and Chauke was traced following a tip-off that he had been seen in the Masoyi area. He was then arrested.

The suspect made his first court appearance a day after his arrest. His case was postponed to October 2.

Meanwhile, the Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, welcomed the arrest and expressed hope that justice will prevail. He further stated: “Fathers are meant to protect their children, not harm them. This is a heartbreaking case that must be met with the full might of the law.”

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The discovery was made this afternoon by community members during a search. Police say he is currently receiving medical attention as he appeared weak and possibly dehydrated. Information on how he went missing is currently not available.

The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has expressed his gratitude and is delighted that the child has been found alive.

However, Mkhwanazi pleaded with members of the public to refrain from engage in acts of vigilantism. “We are thankful to members of the public that assisted in the recovery of the child. We also appreciate members that removed the child’s family after realizing that there were threats against them. We wish the young boy, a speedy recovery to,” said the General

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The discovery of 51-year- old Judith Tinana Ntimane’s corpse was made on Wednesday, May 21 during a two-day de- bushing initiative led by the local police and the Community Policing Forum (CPF).

“The deceased was reported missing. It is alleged that she went missing around 10:00 on 13 May 2025, while she was a patient at Tonga Hospital where she had been admitted since May 2. At the time of her disappearance, she was reportedly still dressed in her hospital gown.Following her disappearance, the SAPS, CPF, hospital security personnel, and staff, as well as the victim’s family, conducted a thorough search of all hospital wards, but she was not found,” said Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane.

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Her decomposed body was discovered on the second day of the de- bushing operation.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, has commended the collaborative efforts of the police and the community for initiating the de-bushing project which led to the discovery of the deceased. He also extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

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Circumstances surrounding the incident are still sketchy at this stage and more details will be shared at a later stage. It is reported that Lieutenant Colonel Pretorius was driving in an official vehicle when he was shot. The vehicle was riddled with bullet holes. After the shooting, the assailant allegedly got into a white sedan and fled the scene.

Police say a team of investigators have been assembled to probe this incident. Meanwhile a 72-hour-Plan has been activated in response to the incident.

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The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS , Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has called on communities to rally behind the Police and be patriotic by sharing valuable information relating to the gruesome murder of the Police Commander.

Police urge anyone with information that may assist in apprehending the suspect(s) to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

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The court heard chilling accounts of Shongwe’s heinous acts, including the rape of a minor who lived to tell the tale.

TIMELINE:

5 June, 2016 : Around 19:30, a girl who was 16 years old at the time was sent to buy some items at a tuck shop in Extension 14, She was then dragged by Shongwe, armed with a knife, to a nearby soccer field where she was robbed of her cell phone then raped.

12 August 2016: Nokulunga Nkutha, aged 11, came back from school as usual. Her mother returned from work but could not find her child at home. She then went to a certain family, believing that she might have went there, however the girl could not be found. The family then started searching for her at a friend’s place but also without any success. It was at this point when the girl was reported missing. Sadly, she was murdered and her body was discovered the next day.

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28 June 2017: Cynthia Masilela, aged 16 was on her way home that evening where she was accompanied by her female friend. Cynthia was then left by her friend, next to her grandmother’s place but she did not make it home. The next day, her body was discovered by a security guard next to the municipality offices.

7 May 2018: Lerato Nkutha (11) returned from school and changed her uniform before going to play with her friends. When she did not return home that evening, her family, together with some residents conducted a search party but could not locate her. She was found next to a hair salon in Extension 17 three days later.

7 November 2018: Mihle Philisiwe Zinganto ( 11) had accompanied her aunt during the day to a hair salon. When she got hungry she went home to eat leaving her aunt at the salon. When the aunt was done, she went home later that evening, only to discover that her niece never arrived home. She was reported missing and her body was discovered on the street a few days later. field.

The investigation led to the arrest of Shongwe who was found guilty on five counts of rape as well as four counts of murder hence he was sentenced.

The Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi applauded the team of investigators, the prosecution team as well as the Judiciary which culminated into a well-deserved sentence to the perpetrator of Gender-Based-Violence.

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It is alleged that the incidents took place from last year until the issue was discovered at the school their 13 year-old sister attends.

“The victims’ sister shared the news with her friend at school who later reported to the teachers. Social Development was contacted and the matter was reported to the police. A preliminary investigation was conducted, and the children were taken to a medical facility for further investigation. The investigation led to the arrest of the biological father of the children last Saturday,” reads a statement.

It was also revealed that the incidents took place in the presence of their mother who was either sleeping or watching television. All the three girls and a boy were removed from their parental house and are placed at a place of safety.

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The Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi was disturbed by the incident and condemned any acts of Gender Based Violence be at home or any other place. General Mkhwanazi welcomed the arrest of the suspect and said justice will be served for the innocent children.

The father is currently facing three rape counts as preliminary investigations reveal the 13 year-old may have also been sexually abused.

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This incident occurred over the weekend when the deceased was driving from Kwamhlanga to attend a meeting in Witbank on Sunday, 29 September but failed to arrive at his destination.

Police say his family tried to get hold of him but he was unreachable. After he was reported missing at Kwamhlanga Police Station, the tracking company was also notified. This led to the discovery of his vehicle near a fuel station in Witbank.

During their arrest, it is reported that they were found with some personal items believed to be that of the victim. A subsequent investigation led to the discovery of the victim’s body in the bushes next to a fuel station in Witbank.

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The suspects are expected to appear in the Emalahleni Magistrate’s Court today facing charges of murder, hijacking and possession of suspected stolen properties.

The investigators are working in partnership with officials from the Department of Home Affairs to ascertain the status of the suspects in South Africa hence charges in relation to contravention of the Immigration Act of South Africa could be added against the suspects as the investigation continues.

The Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, strongly condemned the incident and commended the action taken by police in arresting the suspects. “The collaboration between the tracker company and SAPS members was instrumental in bringing the suspects to justice. We await the legal process to unfold and seek justice for the slain victim, ” said the General.

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The incident was reported in the afternoon on the day of the incident. Reports reveal that the victim was returning from a doctor’s appointment when she passed the shop where the suspect forcefully grabbed and raped her inside the shop premises.

The suspect was arrested later that day and appeared in the Mkobola Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, September 19 where the cases was postponed for today.

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Preliminary investigations also revealed that the suspect has previous pending cases of rape and was allegedly out on bail at the time of the recent incident.

Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, the Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, has strongly condemned this disturbing act of Gender-Based-Violence committed against the defenceless victim. He urged members of the public to allow legal processes to proceed without resulting to vigilante justice, which could compromise the integrity of the investigation.

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The suspects were arrested in Sabie on Monday, 16 September after police received a tip-off that a group of people were conducting illegal mining activities in Simile, Sabie.

Police responded by conducting an operation where a large group of people was spotted on the illegal mining site. According to police, most of the suspects managed to evade arrest, but four were cornered.

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Illegal mining equipment and gold bearing materials were also seized during the operation.

The Acting Provincial Commissioner Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has strongly condemned the illegal mining activities around the province. “Apart from illegal extracting of precious metals, we are really concerned about the safety of those who are involved in these unsafe sites and the infighting amongst different groups that at times lead to the lost of lives,” said the General.

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