Limpopo Current Affairs

29/12/2025

WATCH: Traffic congestion in Giyani continues to be a serious challenge, and there is an urgent need for leaders to intervene and implement effective measures to address the situation.

29/12/2025

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29/12/2025

Murder Incident Under Investigation at Sibasa Taxi Rank

• A murder incident is being investigated at Sibasa, near the taxi rank, which occurred around 02:00 on Sunday, 28 December 2025.

• The body of an unknown African male, estimated to be about 40 years old, was found lying next to the road.

• The victim had stab wounds on the upper body, allegedly inflicted with a sharp object. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) attended the scene and certified the victim dead.

• Police have opened a murder case for further investigation. The deceased was dark in complexion, wearing a red top, blue jeans, and black boots.

• The identity of the deceased is unknown, and circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Sergeant Nekhavhambe Rembuluwani at 071 511 1213.

28/12/2025

Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly as Woman Killed, Suspect Also Dies Following Community Attack

• A 38-year-old woman was killed following an alleged domestic dispute involving her 40-year-old boyfriend on 26 December 2025 at about 16h30 pm at Tjibeng village. It is reported that the woman had locked herself inside the house, fearing for her safety.

• The suspect allegedly gained entry after convincing a family member that he only wanted to speak to her. Shortly after, the suspect was seen fleeing the scene carrying a knife.

• The woman was found critically injured and was declared dead at the scene by emergency services. The victim’s brother later located the suspect and attempted to apprehend him. During the confrontation, the brother was stabbed and sustained injuries.

• The suspect was later attacked by community members near a tavern and sustained severe injuries. Emergency medical services were called, and the suspect was certified dead at the scene.

28/12/2025

ICYMI: A devastating hailstorm tore through Tzaneen two days ago, leaving widespread destruction and many community members devastated and homeless.

27/12/2025

Hlanganani Police Open Inquest After Discovery of Man’s Body in Rotterdam Village

Police in Hlanganani have opened an inquest following the discovery of the body of a 45-year-old man at Rotterdam Village on Friday, 26 December 2025.

The deceased has been identified by his family as Peter Themba Baloyi. He is the father of a 15-year-old girl whose body was discovered a yesterday inside a one-room house at the same village.

The teenager had been reported missing on Monday, 22 December 2025, after she allegedly left home with her father. A public appeal was later issued requesting assistance from the community to help trace their whereabouts.

On Thursday morning, 25 December 2025, police responded to a report regarding the discovery of a body at the father’s residence. Upon arrival, a family member pointed out the body of the young girl inside the house. A murder case was subsequently opened for investigation.

Later that day, police were alerted to an incident in which the father’s house was found damaged by fire. Investigations into the incident are currently underway.

On Friday afternoon, following further investigations, police located the body of the 45-year-old man in nearby bushes. An inquest docket has been opened to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.

Police investigations into both matters continue.

26/12/2025

Missing 15-Year-Old Girl Found Dead; Father Sought by Police in Hlanganani

• Police in Hlanganani have opened a murder case following the discovery of the lifeless body of a 15-year-old girl at Rotterdam Village.

• The deceased has been identified as Xilaveko Suke, who was previously reported missing together with her biological father, Peter Themba Baloyi.

• Xilaveko was reported missing on Monday, 22 December 2025, after she allegedly left home with her father, reportedly travelling to Giyani.

• A public appeal was issued to the community to assist in locating the missing pair.

• On Thursday, 25 December 2025, at about 08:50, police received a report of a body discovered at the father’s residence in Rotterdam Village. Upon arrival, the deceased’s paternal grandmother pointed out the body of a young girl inside a one-room house.

• Police confirmed that the body was that of the missing 15-year-old and noted visible injuries consistent with a stabbing.

• The whereabouts of the father remain unknown, and he is now being sought by police in connection with the murder.

• Later on the same day, at around 18:00, police were alerted that the father’s house had been set alight. Officers attended the scene, and investigations into the arson are underway.

• Police investigations into the murder and related incidents are continuing. Anyone with information that may assist police in tracing the missing father or help with the investigation is urged to contact the investigating officer, Captain Walter Marivate, on 082 468 8673.

26/12/2025

26/12/2025

Zimbabwean Tavern Owner Arrested After Alleged Assault Incident

• A Zimbabwean national, known as Easywell, who is renting and operating Jambo Tavern in Lulekani Township, Phalaborwa, has been arrested following an alleged assault incident.

• The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday midnight, 21 December 2025, at or near the tavern.

• According to reports, the tavern owner allegedly chased a male victim, believed to be in his early 20s, with a motor vehicle.

• The victim reportedly fell during the chase, after which the suspect allegedly drove over the victim’s legs and further assaulted him.

• It is further alleged that the victim was taken back to the tavern, where patrons also assaulted him.

• The suspect, with the assistance of a friend, allegedly transported the victim to his place of residence. The victim’s family later contacted the police and emergency medical services (EMS) for assistance.

• The suspect was arrested and appeared before the Lulekani Magistrate’s Court on 24 December 2025. The matter was postponed, and the suspect remains in custody. He is expected to return to court on 5 January 2026 facing attempted murder.

• The suspect claimed he suspected the victim of mugging patrons leaving the tavern; however, no related cases have been opened by any patrons to date.