The ruling followed an application brought by his wife, Cynthia Lekota, who approached the court seeking clarity on his mental capacity and the management of their joint estate.

Judge Anthony Millar found that Lekota had been mentally incapacitated from May 2025 until his death on 4 March 2026. This meant he was legally unable to oversee his financial decisions during that period.

The court further heard evidence that a romantic partner transferred substantial sums of money from his accounts while he was in a vulnerable condition.

The judgment noted that the withdrawals required explanation, particularly as some transactions were made even after legal proceedings regarding his mental capacity had begun.

The court has referred aspects of the matter to relevant professional bodies for further consideration.

Lekota, a veteran anti-apartheid activist and former defence minister, died at the age of 77.

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According to reports by the Mail & Guardian, Lekota’s wife, Cynthia Lekota, brought an application for curatorship to place his affairs under protective oversight.

The proceedings were then challenged by fellow COPE member Luzelle Adams, who argued that she has a direct interest in the estate. Adams claims that she shared a property with the late politician and that they have a child together.

Adams previously served as a Member of Parliament for the Congress of the People (COPE) between 2009 and 2014.

During court proceedings, it was reported that about R400,000 had been withdrawn from Lekota’s bank account, while a safe at his property was allegedly found open and empty.

The withdrawal reportedly occurred on the same day his son, Kotane Lekota, was appointed interim curator of the estate.

Kotane Lekota was appointed interim curator on 12 February 2026, authorising him to take control of his father’s property and bank accounts, manage investments, and oversee the family’s financial affairs.

Meanwhile, many of the estate’s primary assets are reportedly held in the Mosiuoa Lekota Family Trust.

The appointment followed a ruling by Judge Millar, who found that Lekota had been of unsound mind and mentally incapacitated from May 2025 until his death on 4 March 2026. Medical reports presented in court cited severe cerebrovascular disease and significant cognitive impairment.

While Cynthia Lekota remains the legally married spouse of the late politician, Luzelle Adams is asserting that her alleged personal and financial ties to Lekota — including claims that they shared a property and have a child together — give her grounds to challenge aspects of the estate proceedings in court.

The matter is expected to continue unfolding in court as the dispute over the late COPE leader’s assets intensifies.

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ANC stalwart Tokyo Sexwale paid tribute to Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota, describing him as a man who always stood for the truth and who had fulfilled his d uty to the nation.

Sexwale said Lekota was fearless in speaking out on community issues and service delivery, consistently raising concerns about corruption, water and electricity.

He stressed that Lekota’s legacy should live on through citizens who are equally courageous and vocal about the challenges facing the country. “We need more ‘Terrors’ in this country,” Sexwale said, noting that this was the spirit that defined Lekota’s leadership.

Sexwale also highlighted that Lekota’s appeal went beyond political lines. The fact that even farmers’ associations had praised him, demonstrated that Lekota was truly a non-racial leader who cared deeply about issues such as food security.

“To carry forward the mission of Terror,” Sexwale added, “we must understand that the nation comes before the party. The people must always come before party interests, and we must be prepared to lead in that spirit.”

He said Lekota was never defined by the shirt he wore but by his values. He was a national leader, a community builder and a fierce defender of education.

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Flags across the country have been flying at half mast in honour of the veteran politician. The flags will remain lowered for seven days until his burial on 14 March in Bloemfontein.

Lekota, who also served as Free State Premier and later as South Africa’s Minister of Defence, passed away earlier this week.

Plans are now underway for several memorial events ahead of the funeral.

COPE Acting Chairperson Ndade Ndeghezi confirmed that two memorial services will be held next week to allow South Africans to pay their respects.

The first memorial service will take place on Tuesday in Pimville, Soweto in Johannesburg, where Lekota was involved in community mobilisation work.

A second memorial service will then be held in Bloemfontein on Thursday, giving residents of the Free State an opportunity to honour the former premier.

A church service will follow on Friday, reflecting Lekota’s strong connection to the Roman Catholic Church, before the funeral takes place on Saturday, 14 March in Bloemfontein.

Ndeghezi said the memorial services are expected to include contributions from several political traditions and organisations that formed part of Lekota’s long political journey.

Throughout his political career, Lekota was involved in several major movements including the Black Consciousness Movement, the United Democratic Front (UDF), the African National Congress (ANC), and later the Congress of the People (COPE).

Political leaders and members of the public have continued to pay tribute to Lekota, describing him as a nation builder and unifier who played an important role in South Africa’s democratic transition.

Lekota made history in 1994 when he became the first Premier of the Free State following South Africa’s first democratic elections. He later served in national government and became Minister of Defence.

As preparations continue for next week’s memorial services and funeral, tributes from across the political spectrum continue to highlight his legacy in South African politics.

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