Mopani News

08/10/2025

POLICE DETECTIVES AT TZANEEN LAUNCH MANHUNT FOR HOUSE ROBBERY SUSPECTS

The Police in Tzaneen,Mopani district have launched a manhunt for four suspects following a house robbery that occurred during the early hours of Monday, 06 October 2025, at Marironi Village in Bolobedu South.

It is reported that at about 02:30, a 37-year-old woman was asleep with her husband while their four children were in another room when a group of armed men, wearing balaclavas, forced entry into their home. Two of the suspects were armed with fi****ms while another carried a tool believed to have been used to break the door.

The suspects allegedly demanded money and stock that the complainant sells for a living. She handed over an undisclosed amount of cash. They then robbed the family of bank cards and cellphones.

The robbers also took several personal items including; shoes, and clothes. The total value of the stolen property is estimated at R10 060,00. The suspects fled the scene on foot. No shots were fired during the incident. A case of house robbery was registered for further investigation.

Anyone with information that can led to the apprehension of the suspects involved should contact the investigating officer Sergeant Solomon Legodi on 076 580 0792, Crime Stop on 08600 10111, the nearest police station, or use the MySAPS App.

08/10/2025

MALAMULELE POLICE URGE COMMUNITY TO ASSIST IN TRACING SUSPECT WHO BRUTALLY KILLED HIS 5-MONTH-OLD SON

The Police in Malamulele, under the Vhembe District, have launched a manhunt for a male suspect who allegedly killed his five-month-old biological son at Jimmy Jones village on Tuesday morning, 07 October 2025, at around 07:40.

According to reports, the child’s mother arrived at the Malamulele Police Station to report a case of domestic violence after she was allegedly assaulted by her boyfriend, who is also the father of the deceased infant.

While reporting the incident, she informed police that the suspect had also physically assaulted their baby several times. Fearing for her safety, the woman fled from the house, leaving the child behind with the suspect.

Police immediately accompanied her to the residence. Upon entering the house, officers made a gruesome discovery of the lifeless body of the infant lying on the floor. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were summoned and certified the child dead on the scene.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the baby had visible injuries on the head and face, indicating that he had been brutally assaulted before succumbing to his injuries. The suspect had already fled before police arrived.

A case of murder has been opened, and a manhunt is underway.

Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has strongly condemned the horrific act, describing it as an unimaginable betrayal of parental responsibility and humanity.

“It is deeply distressing and unacceptable that an innocent life has been lost in such a cruel manner. We urge community members to come forward with any information that can help our investigators locate and arrest the suspect so that justice can take its course,”
said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect to urgently contact Detective Sergeant Mpho Mbooi at 081 559 9546, the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or the nearest police station. Information can also be shared anonymously via the MySAPS App.

07/10/2025

In a landmark ruling that reaffirms the authority of traditional leadership and the constitutional role of the presidency, the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has overturned a previous High Court judgment that sought to invalidate President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recognition of King Misuzulu kaZwelithini as the rightful monarch of the AmaZulu nation.

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In a landmark ruling that reaffirms the authority of traditional leadership and the constitutional role of the presidency, the Supreme Court of Appeal

07/10/2025

In a dramatic turn of events, South African citizens detained by Israeli authorities while participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla are finally set to be released and repatriated via Jordan on Tuesday morning. The announcement, confirmed by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), marks a significant moment in a saga that has stirred international attention and solidarity.

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In a dramatic turn of events, South African citizens detained by Israeli authorities while participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla are finally set to be released and repatriated via Jordan on Tuesday morning.

07/10/2025

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The High Court in Polokwane has once again become the center of national attention as the chilling Limpopo pig farm murder trial resumes. Farm owner Zachariah Olivier and his co-accused, William Musora, are facing charges that have horrified communities across South Africa: the alleged murder of two women and the disposal of their bodies in a pigsty.

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The High Court in Polokwane has once again become the center of national attention as the chilling Limpopo pig farm murder trial resumes.

06/10/2025

POLICE IN MOKWAKWAILA INVESTIGATE A RpAPE CASE OF MINOR GIRL IN MOHLELE VILLAGE

The Police in Mokwakwaila are investigating a r**e case involving a minor that occurred at Mohlele Village on Thursday, 02 October 2025, at approximately 23:30.

It is alleged that the complainant left her eight-year-old child asleep alone in a one-roomed house, with the door closed and locked. During this time, a suspect known to the child forced open a window, entered the house, and undressed and r**ed the child. He thereafter threatened her not to report the incident to her mother.

Upon returning home, the complainant was informed of the incident by the victim and immediately reported the matter to the police. The case docket was subsequently transferred to the Tzaneen Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit for further investigation.

Efforts to trace the suspect have so far been unsuccessful.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Brian Mtebuye on 0788387110 or Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or visit nearest police station or use MySAPS App.

The investigation is ongoing.

02/10/2025

What we know thus far on the sudden death of Nathi Mthethwa

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30/09/2025

Police in Gravelotte, Limpopo have arrested two male suspects aged 37 and 50, for possession of illicit ci******es. The arrest was effected on Sunday, 28 September 2025, at about 07:50, near Harmony Blocks at the Karongwe boom gate.

According to reports, a complaint was received about a white VW Polo whose driver attempted to pass the boom gate without cooperating with security personnel. Police responded swiftly and, with the assistance from Rhino Force security, managed to intercept the vehicle. The suspects attempted to flee but were apprehended. Upon searching the vehicle, police discovered it was fully loaded with illicit ci******es.

The two suspects were immediately taken into custody. A case of possession of illicit ci******es was opened. Police confiscated the vehicle, a white Polo, and the illicit ci******es with an estimated value of R8300.00.

The suspects will appear before the Namakgale Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.