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Daily E-press News Limpopo, Lephalale (2025)

12/10/2025

PREMIER DR PHOPHI RAMATHUBA HONOURS OUTSTANDING MEN AND WOMEN IN BLUE AT LIMPOPO SAPS 2025 EXCELLENCE AWARDS

POLOKWANE: The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Limpopo celebrated its finest during the prestigious 2025 Provincial Excellence Awards held at The Ranch Protea Hotel on Friday, 10 October 2025. The ceremony recognised exceptional service, dedication, and unwavering commitment to public safety by men and women in blue across the province.

The event was officiated by Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba, accompanied by MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Ms Violet Mathye, and Provincial Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe. The ceremony drew an esteemed audience of dignitaries, including MEC for Sports, Arts and Culture Mr Funani Jerry Maseko, Right Reverend Dr EJ Lekganyane of the St Engenas Zion Christian Church, Deputy National Commissioner for Policing Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, and several Acting Deputy National Commissioners.

The ceremony began with a moment of silence led by Lieutenant General Hadebe in honour of SAPS members who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. In her address, Hadebe commended officers for their “discipline, service, and dedication to protecting communities” and reminded them that excellence is not only about achievements but also about integrity, professionalism, and compassion.

Lieutenant General Mosikili praised the award recipients as “true examples of resilience and dedication” and urged them to continue setting the standard in policing. Delivering the keynote address, Premier Ramathuba emphasised the importance of collaboration between police, communities, and traditional leaders in combating crime. She also highlighted and celebrated the growing role of women in SAPS, commending their leadership and service across all ranks.

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🏆 2025 EXCELLENCE AWARDS WINNERS

Administration:
• Groundsman (Level 1–4): ML Seloane (Lebowakgomo)
• Constable (Level 5–7): KR Hlokwe (Mopani District & MIC)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): AH Netshivhumbe (Mokopane)
• Team: Provincial HRM & Development – Performance Management (Col. Sambo)

Visible Policing:
• Sergeant (Level 5–7): RS Rikhotso (Giyani)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): Mokame (Proactive Policing)
• Team: Sekhukhune District Operational Vispol Team

Detective & Forensic Services:
• Sergeant (Level 5–7): MJ Musumuvhi (Masisi)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): KW Nkuna (Vehicle Crime Unit)
• Team: Mopani District Tracking Team

FCS Investigations:
• Sergeant (Level 5–7): NJ Rakgoale (Tzaneen FCS)
• Lieutenant Colonel (Level 8–12): MI Mahlane (Tzaneen FCS)
• Team: Tzaneen FCS Team (W/O SS Mathabatha)

Forensic:
• Admin Clerk: P Mashobane (Polokwane LCRC)
• Lieutenant Colonel: C Tambani (Thohoyandou LCRC)
• Team: Polokwane LCRC (W/O MC Nelushi)

Crime Intelligence:
• Employee: Sgt MP Sono (Giyani)
• Team: Provincial Border Security Intelligence Team

🌟 Special Awards
• Senior Admin Manager: Brigadier HB Mashaba (Corporate Communication)
• Senior Crime Detection Manager: Brigadier J Espach
• Senior Policing Manager: Brigadier IM Mhlongo
• Station of the Year: Ohrigstad (Capt TO Nkuna)
• Woman of the Year: Sgt JR Mathebula
• Man of the Year: W/O S Radebe (Modimolle LCRC)
• Sportsman: Const TP Mushaku (POP Burgersfort)
• Sportswoman: Const RN Mathonsi (POP Burgersfort)
• Reservist of the Year: R/Const MP Manyakoane (Waterpoort)
• Person with Disability: PAC J Graham
• CPF of the Year: Mrs MH Nkanyane (Waterberg)

08/10/2025

POLICE LAUNCH MANHUNT AFTER ALLEGED MOB JUSTICE MURDER IN SESHEGO

POLOKWANE, LIMPOPO – 06 October 2025

Police in Seshego, under the Capricorn District, have launched a manhunt following the gruesome discovery of a man’s partially burned body near a high school in Extension 75B on Monday morning.

According to the South African Police Service, officers responded to a murder scene at around 08:00, where they found the body of an unknown African male lying on his back next to the road. The victim had visible injuries to the face, and parts of his body appeared to have been set alight. He was wearing a blue T-shirt with the word “Jou” printed on the chest.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the deceased may have been assaulted and burned by community members in what appears to be an alleged mob justice incident. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and the victim’s identity has not yet been confirmed.

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, strongly condemned the act, warning residents against taking the law into their own hands.

“We urge community members to refrain from acts of vigilantism and to allow the justice system to take its course. Mob justice is a serious crime and will not be tolerated,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

Police have appealed to anyone with information that could help identify the deceased or locate the suspects to contact Detective Warrant Officer Calvin Magoro at 079 780 3790, the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or the nearest police station. Tip-offs can also be submitted anonymously via the MySAPS App.

The investigation continues.

02/10/2025

Three Suspects Arrested for Polokwane Business Robberies

POLOKWANE – Police in Limpopo, working hand-in-hand with their Mpumalanga counterparts, have arrested three suspects believed to be behind a series of business robberies that rocked the Polokwane CBD over the past two months.

The suspects, aged between 39 and 42, were tracked down and arrested during an intelligence-driven operation in Kanyamazane Township, Mpumalanga, on Thursday, 02 October 2025.

Their arrests come after a spate of robberies that targeted well-known stores in Polokwane:
• Pep Store was robbed on 10 August 2025
• Studio 88 was hit on 16 August 2025
• The Groom Shop was robbed on 02 September 2025

In all three incidents, large quantities of clothing and cellphones were stolen.

During the operation, police successfully recovered stolen goods worth an estimated R150,000, including items directly linked to the Polokwane robberies.

The suspects are set to first appear in the Kanyamazane Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 03 October 2025, facing charges of possession of suspected stolen property. They will later be transported to Limpopo and are expected to appear before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 06 October 2025, to face three counts of business robbery.

Limpopo Provincial Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, applauded the successful operation, highlighting the importance of collaboration between provinces.

“These arrests demonstrate the effectiveness of joint policing operations across provinces and reinforce our commitment to dealing decisively with organised criminal groups,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

Police investigations are continuing, and further arrests have not been ruled out

02/10/2025

‼️34-Year-Old Marapong Man Sentenced to Life Plus 15 Years for Rape‼️

LEPHALALE:Justice has finally prevailed in Lephalale after the Regional Court handed down a life sentence plus an additional 15 years to 34-year-old Sammy Mohotsi, who was convicted of ra**ng two young women in separate incidents at Marapong.

The first case dates back to 29 April 2021, when a 19-year-old woman was attacked after leaving a tavern with friends. The accused lured her outside, dragged her to his residence, and r***d her. She later positively identified him during a police pointing-out parade. Mohotsi was arrested on 01 May 2021.

02/10/2025

⚠️66-YEAR-OLD SUSPECT IN COURT FOR R**E OF 3-YEAR-OLD⚠️

POLOKWANE – A 66-year-old man, Selaelo Justice Mongalo, appeared before the Morebeng Magistrate’s Court today (01 October 2025) after being arrested for the r**e of a 3-year-old child in Springs Village, Botlokwa policing area.

The suspect, a crèche transport driver, allegedly assaulted the child after dropping her home late on Friday, 25 September 2025. The child’s guardian noticed signs of distress, and medical examination confirmed r**e. He was arrested on 29 September by the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS) in Polokwane.

The accused has been remanded in custody until 08 October 2025 for a formal bail application.

MEC for Transport and Community Safety, Ms Violet Mathye, and Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen Thembi Hadebe, strongly condemned the crime, calling it an attack on the fabric of society. Both vowed that justice would be pursued relentlessly and highlighted the need for stricter checks on individuals entrusted with children’s care.

Investigations are ongoing.

30/09/2025

BREAKING NEWS | NATHI MTHETHWA FALLS TO HIS DEATH IN FRANCE

FRANCE : South African Ambassador to France & Monaco and former Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa has died after falling from the 22nd floor of a Paris hotel.

French police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

French media is reporting that the disappearance of Mthethwa was reported by his wife, "who indicated having received a worrying message from him in the evening..."

The 58 - year old was reported Monday afternoon and remained unreachable until Tuesday morning when his body was discovered at Hyatt Hotel in Paris.

23/09/2025

GROBLERSDAL R**E SUSPECT SOMANDLA TLAKA (28) REMANDED IN CUSTODY

POLOKWANE: Somandla Tlaka (28), who was arrested for allegedly ra**ng a 22-year-old woman along the R33 road in Groblersdal on Monday, 22 September 2025, appeared in court today, Tuesday, 23 September 2025.

The case was remanded in custody until Thursday, 25 September 2025, for the accused to obtain legal representation.

23/09/2025

FORMER BANK EMPLOYEE RACHEL TSAKANI BLOKO (38) APPEARS IN POLOKWANE MAGISTRATE’S COURT FOR FRAUD

POLOKWANE: Rachel Tsakani Bloko (38), a former employee of a bank in Polokwane, appeared in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court today, Tuesday, 23 September 2025, facing fraud charges involving R130 000.

The suspect allegedly used the personal credentials of bank clients without their knowledge to apply for personal loans for herself. The victims reportedly only became aware of the loans after the bank notified them of unsettled accounts.

A warrant of arrest was issued, resulting in Bloko’s arrest on Monday, 22 September 2025. The case is being investigated by the Provincial Commercial Crime Investigation Unit.

Bloko was granted R5 000 bail, and the case was postponed to 24 October 2025 for further investigation.

22/06/2025

‼️ 𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐒𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐄𝐃 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄-𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊𝐄𝐃 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐎𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐇𝐈𝐒 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐄‼️

POLOKWANE: Police Detectives at Burgersfort Investigating Unit arrested two male suspects both aged 34 at Ga-Manyaka Village, local Policing area.The arrest is for cases of possession of suspected stolen properties, robbery, and possession of unlicensed firearm on Friday, 20 June 2025.

The members who were on standby duties received information about the location of the awaiting trial prisoner who escaped from the cells during March 2025.

They accurately followed the leads, whereby the suspect aged 34 was arrested at the rented residence at Ga-Manyaka village. During the arrest, he was with his friend. Police searched the place and discovered an unlicensed firearm and suspected stolen properties (cellphone).

The cellphone was linked with an armed robbery that was reported during this month (June 2025). Both suspects aged 34 were then apprehended. His accomplice was arrested for possession of suspected stolen properties, while he was arrested for possession of suspected stolen properties, possession of unlicensed firearm, and escaping from lawful custody.

The re-arrested escapee prisoner was previously arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm and armed robbery cases.

Meanwhile, in Hlogotlou Policing area, a foreign national male aged 57, who owns a shop, was arrested for possession of unlicensed firearm on Friday, 20 June 2025, following a tip-off. The firearm was discovered at his girlfriend's residence at Hlalanikahle Village.

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo , Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has welcomed the arrests and commended the members for re-arresting this wanted suspect and his accomplice, for aswell removing the unlicensed fi****ms from the hands of the criminals.

The suspects will appear before the local Magistrate's Court on Monday, 23 June 2025.

The Police investigations are continuing.

22/06/2025

‼️ 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐊𝐇𝐀𝐃𝐎‼️

A dramatic incident unfolded on June 20, 2025, at approximately 23:00, in Makhado, Limpopo. A 28-year-old woman was injured in a shooting incident involving a vehicle occupied by her family. According to reports, the family was traveling in a silver Toyota C-HR from Gauteng when an unknown vehicle attempted to stop them near the three-mile circle on the N1. Suspecting potential criminal activity, the driver made a U-turn and continued driving until they made another U-turn heading back towards Makhado.

Tragically, shots were fired at the vehicle at the three-mile circle on the N1, resulting in the injury of the female passenger. A 42-year-old security guard employed by a local security company was arrested at the scene in connection with the incident. A Siga 7.62 rifle believed to have been used in the shooting was confiscated during the arrest.

The Provincial Commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has condemned the incident. The suspect is scheduled to appear before the Makhado Magistrate Court on charges of attempted murder. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

16/06/2025

‼️ONE SUSPECT FATALLY WOUNDED AFTER CARJACKING IN NORTHAM, MANHUNT LAUNCHED FOR REMAINING SUSPECTS‼️

The Provincial Commissioner of police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has lauded collaboration between police and the private security following car hajacking incident that took place at Northam on Saturday 14 June 2025.

The activation of the tracker and quick response by the police who were on patrol at the area led to a chase of the suspects after the car was reported hijacked
at Northam, in Waterberg District on 14 June 2025 (Saturday ) at about 03:00. They were later cornered in Marikana policing area, Rustenburg Northwest Province

Further reports indicates that a shootout ensued between the tracking company personnel and the suspects , where one suspect was fatally wounded . The other suspects fled the scene.The motor vehicle and one firearm were confiscated.

The deceased suspect is 29-years old

A case of possession of suspected stolen motor vehicle will be investigated by Marikana police. A case of carjacking will be investigated by Northam Detectives.

Police investigations are ongoing

16/06/2025

‼️MPUMALANGA POLICE OFFICER ARRESTED IN LIMPOPO FOR CASES INCLUDING ASSAULT ON POLICE, RESISTING ARREST AND DEFEATING THE ENDS OF JUSTICE‼️

38 -year-old police officer attached to SAPS Lydenburg in Mpumalanga province was arrested on Saturday night, 14 June 2025 at about 21:15, on charges of defeating the ends of justice, assault on police, crimen injuria and resisting arrest, following an incident that occurred in Mashamothane village in Tubatse policing area under Sekhukhune District.

According to reports, the police were busy tracing a firearm after two suspects accused of robbery were rescued after being attacked by community members. One suspect was found in possession of a firearm in a shack after they were rescued. While the police were busy effecting arrest, the police officer who happens to be related to the suspect started interfering with their duties, while using vulgar words. The police managed to arrest the suspect and proceeded to the police station for detention. The police officer followed them and upon arrival, he continued to insult the police officers on duty. They opened the cases against him and he resisted arrest but was eventually detained.

The suspect will appear before the Praktiseer Magistrate's Court on Tuesday , 17 June 2025.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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