A woman from Johannesburg has come forward with details surrounding the shocking death of Emmanuel Mahamba, a Zimbabwean national who was run over and killed in Sandton, reportedly by her long-term partner.
The brutal incident took place outside a motorbike parts store in Rivonia where the woman, identified only as Ntombi, works. The suspect, a Ugandan man and father of Ntombi’s two children, is believed to have intentionally driven over Mahamba multiple times with a Ford Ranger bakkie.
A video of the hit-and-run quickly circulated online, showing Ntombi screaming and attempting to stop the driver as the incident unfolded. Despite clear footage, no arrest has been made, prompting public outrage and calls for justice.
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Speaking in a Facebook Live discussion with an activist and legal professional, Ntombi confirmed that she had briefly dated Mahamba in January, even though she was still living with her children’s father. She ended the relationship with Mahamba after other Ugandan men recorded them together and sent the footage to her partner, escalating tensions.
Ntombi said on the day of the incident, Mahamba arrived at her workplace with the same group of men. Her partner was already present when a confrontation broke out. She recalled hearing shouting, seeing Mahamba with a stone, and witnessing him break the vehicle’s windscreen. That’s when, according to her, her partner became enraged and physically attacked Mahamba before allegedly running him over.
The tragedy has sparked discussions in both South African and Zimbabwean communities, with many questioning why the alleged perpetrator has not yet been apprehended. Legal support has since been extended to Mahamba’s family to help with funeral arrangements and pursue justice.
Police confirmed that Mahamba had an argument with the shop owner and had damaged the vehicle before being fatally struck. A murder case is under investigation, but the suspect remains at large as authorities continue to follow leads.
