According to the Limpopo police the officers _Rapi Prince Sekopana ( 52) and Thabang Brian Ledwaba ( 32), responded to a complaint of possession of suspected stolen property at Ga_ Molekane village.

It is believed that the suspect was apprehended and taken into custody by the officers, who later solicited a bribe from the suspect sister in order to release him.

The matter was heard in court that the sister paid the officers R500.00 at N11 road as instructed.

The suspect was released and dropped off at Mahwelereng Mall, where members of the community apprehended and taken him to a nearby police station.

The duo, stationed at Mahwelereng police station, were investigated and arrested in 2024 by the Provincial Anti_ Corruption Unit.

Provincial police Commissioner Lt General Thembi Hadebe says the conviction sends a strong message that no one is above the law and police will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those who undermine the integrity of SAPS are held accountable.

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According to the Limpopo police, the incident occurred on Wednesday, 26 March 2026, in the evening.

 It is reported that both the deceased and the suspect are learners at the same secondary school.

The altercation is believed to have started at the school premises and later escalated.

During the confrontation, the victim was allegedly stabbed in the chest with a sharp object and was declared dead at the scene.

The suspect was apprehended on Thursday at Ga-Sekororo, Bismarck village.

The suspect remains in police custody and is set to appear in court on Monday ( 30 March 2026)

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has strongly condemned and call on parents to instill morals upon their children.

“This tragic incident is deeply concerning, as it involves learners from the same school who should be focusing on their education and future. Violence among the youth, especially within and around school environments, cannot be tolerated. We call on parents, educators, and communities to work closely with law enforcement to address and prevent such incidents,” said Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe

Police investigations are ongoing.

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The accused was also sentenced to six months’ imprisonment for malicious damage to property, with the sentences ordered to run concurrently.

In the fall of 08 June 2025, Mokgadi was relaxing at her mother’s house after ending a toxic relationship with Mokgehle. She was relieved after opening a case against him for malicious damage to property. At the time, he was out on bail attending the case at Morebeng magistrate court.

Mokgadi and her mother were ambushed around 16:00 hours in the afternoon by Mokgehle who was armed with a sharp knife.

According to the limpopo police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba Mokgadi tried to flee, however her speed was too not speed enough to save her life. He caught up with her and stabbed her until she collapsed to the ground.

During the confrontation, the accused produced a knife and repeatedly stabbed the victim. She attempted to flee the house, but the accused chased after her and continued stabbing her until she collapsed to the ground.  Emergency Medical Services arrived at the scene and certified her dead.

The accused made his first court appearance before the Morebeng Magistrate’s Court on 09 June 2025. His bail application was opposed, and he remained in custody. The matter was later transferred to the Polokwane High Court, where the trial commenced on 02 March 2026 and concluded on 04 March 2026, resulting in the conviction and sentencing.

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has commended the investigating officer for the diligent investigation that ensured justice for Mohlaela family.

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The end of her employment contract comes after a 5-year fixed contract until 01 May 2026.

The Provincial Police Commissioner led a joint partnership with the MEC for Transport Safety and Community Violet Mathye.

They donated school uniforms for floods affected puplis at Nyiko Primary and Masiza Secondary Schools in Mbaula village.

The delegation proceeded their generous spirit to Belleville village and handed over food parcels to 10 affected families during the Giyani floods.

MEC for Transport Safety and Community acknowledged the Provincial Police Commissioner’s passion and dedication in serving the people of limpopo

” We are blessed to have Lt General Provincial Commissioner Thembi Hadebe in the province and would like to have her until she reaches 65 years old,” said Provincial MEC Violet Mathye.

She began her Police career in 1986 at Kangwane police at Kanyamazane in Mpumalanga province.

She worked at various stations such as Elukwatini, Ekulindeni, and Matsulu in visible policing until 1990.

Rising through the SAPS ranks in various operational and command roles within Mpumalanga province.

Before moving to Limpopo Province, she was a Deputy Provincial Commissioner and Human Resource Management for 12 years in Mpumalanga.

She joined the Limpopo Province in 01 May 2021 after predecessor former Provincial Police Commissioner Lt General Nneke Ledwaba.

Under her leadership, the provincial police recorded a remarkable 26% year on year reduction in murder cases, positioning the province as one of the safest in South Africa for murder levels in 2024/25 statistics.

More than 16 500 suspects were arrested in a single financial year across all major crime categories, including murder, robbery, rape, burglary, and fraud.

She launched and supported special operations such as Operation Shanela/ Kukula, which involved high_ density policing deployments in crime hotspots.

Also, Operation Vala Umgodi targeted illegal mining activities helping to dismantle illicit operations and prevent environmental and economic harm.

“Basically, when i came into the province, I knew that I was taking a contract for five years. I can’t believe time flies. When I thought about things that I had to do, it kept rolling and the community’s engagements, then i realised that the time was up, ” said Provincial Police Commissioner Lt General Thembi Hadebe

Her tenure is marked by measurable crime reductions, effective operations , large numbers of arrests, inter _ agency collaboration, and efforts to strengthen policing capacity in communities across the province.

” I will take with me the humility of the people of this province , Tradional Leaders, Politicians, Church leaders and various stakeholders, and the work relationship forged with my team at SAPS,” concluded the Provincial Police Commissioner Lt General Hadebe.

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This following the recent expedited direction of the investigation into a Culpable Homicide case.

“Dr Nel” lost his life on the 02 November 2025 at approximately 04:00 am on the road along Ga_ Seleka Phetogo Drive in Botshabelo Village, within the Tom Burke policing area.

According to police, they found a male face down on the roadway in a critical condition.

Preliminary information indicates that the deceased was last seen performing at the grand opening of a local pub earlier that morning.

“Dr Nel” was certified dead on the scene by the EMS

Provincial Spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba says the vehicle allegedly involved in the accident still remain unknown up to this stage and the circumstances that led to the incident remain under investigation.

Police say the case is no longer handled by the Waterberg District Detectives is currently being investigated by the Provincial Investigation Unit ( PIU) as part of efforts to intensify and expedite the investigation process.

Lt General Hadebe urge anyone with information that may assist the police investigation to contact Investigating Officer Colonel Richard Boshomane on 079 894 5501 or their nearest police station or call anonymously on 08600 10111

Police investigations are continuing.

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Speaking at the Gender Based Violence and Femiscide Imbizo with the community of Majeje in the policing area of Namakgale in Mopani District. The provincial commissioner emphasized that the serial rapist invaded the two districts in 2017 and resurface in 2022.

“We believe that one day, God will present him in a silver platter for us,” said Provincial Commissioner Hadebe

She was accompanied by the Mopani District MMC for Community and Safety Basani Shivambu, Hosi Majeje II, Baphalaborwa officials, and various stakeholders.

The aim of the imbizo is to engage the community, following President Cyril Ramaphosa declaring GBV as a national disaster.

According to police statistics, Limpopo is number 5 in rape and GBV cases.

” We had an incident where a 1 year old and 8 months was raped in Ritavi policing area,” said Hadebe

She alluded the fact that men also form part of abuse, and all cases should be treated equally by police officers.

“There’s nine vehicles in each police station, and there’s no way a police station doesn’t have a vehicle whenever community members lays a complaint. I promote that they must speak to the station commanders if not assisted. Laziness will not be tolerated under my watch,” said the Provincial Commissioner

Hadebe reminded police officers that the government expect them to provide professional service.

She praised the Majeje community for involving officials whenever they apprehended a criminal, than resulting in Mob justice.

Members of the community were encouraged to play a pivotal role and be resilient and not allow foreigners to tarnish their community.

The message was well received by Chief Majeje II, who acknowledged that African customs have been hard on women and treated them as objects for decades.

” It is up to us men to change what our forefathers have created. Women alone can not resolve the issue of GBV. I would like to call upon all young men and men for a meeting on the first month of 2026″ said Chief Majeje II

The Chief encouraged all men to assist with household chores as a starting point.

He disagreed with the provincial commissioner that most crimes are committed by foreigners.

“The Mozambicans who reside here are no longer foreigners. They came here in 1974, when there was a war in Mozambique. When they’re here in South Africa, their home, ” He said.

The Chief promised to take a stand against GBVF in the community.

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Limpopo Policespokesperson Lt Col Malesela Ledwaba said it was on 9 January 2024, Tlhandluko invited a male friend, Renneisence Kulani Chauke whose age is still to be determined in assisting with disciplining Miranda Chauke, (now deceased) after being accused of infidelity.

The following day on 10 January 2024, the accused and his accomplice allegedly assaulted Miranda Chauke while at her residence and took her to the near bushes afterward.

On arrival, the duo continued to assault the victim and also further strangled her to death and later fled the scene on foot.

Following the incident, on 11 January 2024, the accused shamelessly went to local police to report that they killed his girlfriend who was left in the bushes at the same village.

Police together with the accused rushed to the vicinity and found the lifeless body of a 20 year-old female victim and he was immediately arrested on the spot for a murder charge.

The matter was assigned to Constable Nhlalala Shilenge who enthusiastically commenced with the investigations that led to an arrest of his accomplice a few days after the incident.

The two were never granted bail until Tlhandluko Gift Chauke pleaded guilty and was handed a 25 years imprisonment sentencing for the murder offense.

However, Renneisence Kulani Chauke did not plead guilty and his case was postponed to next year 6 March 2026 for trial.

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According to Limpopo police, the dramatic arrest happened near the Polokwane weighbridge on the R101. During the operation, a male suspect abandoned the vehicle and ran into nearby bushes. The two women tried to flee on foot, but officers chased them down and took them into custody.

The suspects, Lerato Pertunia Mosoge (20) and Makhanani Mmolawa (19), appeared before the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court and are facing charges of possessing a suspected stolen vehicle. They were denied bail and remain in custody as police continue to profile them. Their case is expected to return to court next Tuesday.

Initial investigations confirmed that the bakkie was reported stolen on May 16 in Garsfontein, Pretoria.

In a separate but similar case, police also arrested a 31-year-old man, Mikael Mlambo, who was caught driving a stolen Toyota Corolla Cross toward Beitbridge. He too was remanded in custody, with his court appearance scheduled for Monday.

Police suspect that both cases may be connected to a larger cross-border vehicle smuggling network that has targeted Gauteng in recent months.

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