Ramaphoko is accused of stabbing to death Hitlas Senyoro (17) at Mphamme village in Tzaneen on 26 March 2026.

According to the Limpopo police, the incident occurred 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, after fleeing his area.

Dressed in a Red_ Golf T_ shirt and dark blue jeans, the suspect seemed calm and unbothered by the seriousness of his murder charge.

The Head of Magistrate’s had to explain in-depth the justice system process and granted him permission to apply for a National Legal Aid while in court.

NPA requested a few days in order to profile the accused for previous convictions.

The matter has been remanded to the 07 April 2026 for a formal bail application.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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A 58 year old company director, her company, and a 49 year old financial adviser were arrested on Tuesday by the Hawks Serious Corruption Investigation unit following intelligence about suspicious dealings linked to the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency office in Tzaneen.

The arrests come after months of investigation into what authorities describe as a coordinated scheme involving officials and private companies.

According to Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale, investigators uncovered evidence of theft, fraud, corruption and money laundering tied to funding processes at the agency.

A search and seizure operation carried out on 24 April 2025 at the agency’s offices led to the confiscation of electronic devices and critical documents, which were analysed as part of the investigation.

The investigation revealed that an official was colluding with company directors in assisting with applications and in return received kickbacks exceeding R800 000 from companies that were approved for funding.

Authorities say the case exposes how public funds meant to support small businesses may have been diverted through corrupt relationships between insiders and external beneficiaries.

“Those who abuse public funds will be brought to book. Serious Corruption Investigation will ensure accountability.”

The suspects are expected to appear in the Tzaneen Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, where they will face charges including fraud, corruption, theft and money laundering.

The investigation is ongoing and more arrests are expected as authorities widen the probe into the corruption network.

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The mark of the fallen cadres was also used to mark the 70 years of the Freedom Charter, delivered by the Deputy Minister of Police and ANC NEC member Cassel Mathale.

Amongst the attendees were the Peter Mokaba Regional leadership, some PEC members, ANC Women’s League, ANCYL, COSAS, and various stakeholders.

The fallen comrades bus, while en route to Mbombela Stadium in 2024, crashed on the R71 road ( Makgoebaskloof near Tzaneen). The ruling party was holding a 112th anniversary in Mpumalanga province.

The commemorative visits and paid to the families of the fallen:

• Setabola family
•  Makganyoga family
•  Rakubu family
• Mapfumo family
• Machaba family

It won’t be an ANC gathering without campaigns. Before, the key note address ascended to the pondium. A message of support by the ANCYL NEC member Douglas Ngobeni came with an endorsement and influence to the branches of the ANC

“We are going to be an ANCYL, which rises to the occasion when unemployment rises and which does not go around begging. We are to be an ANCYL that says young people want this, and young people get this. We want to lobby branches to go and convince members that John Mpe must become the ANC provincial Chairperson next year,” said Ngobeni

 The crowd seemed to agree with the endorsement by a show of hands and laughter, while the key speaker prepared his speech.

Mathale led the recognition ceremony and, by declaring that they are officially regarded as ” fallen cadres,” who died in the line of duty while serving the movement.

“The ANC bond with the families of the fallen 5 is permanent,” said Cassel Mathale

He stated that the movement will continue to reconnect with and support them.

“Their undying spirits will continue to guide the ANC,” said Mathale

Mathale emphasized that the ceremony served a dual purpose marking the 70th Anniversary of the Freedom Charter ( 1955_2025).

He linked the sacrifice of Molemole 5 to the struggle for the Charter’s ideals, specifically celebrating its key clauses.

Since the incident, the Peter Mokaba region has maintained a permanent relationship with grieving families by providing food vouchers and gifts to ensure dignified holiday periods for the survivors.

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Kgopotso was stabbed on her stomach by a sharp object last week, near her home at Wisani Village.

She succumbed to her injuries at Letaba Hospital.

The grieving family was anticipating a peofessional nurse out of the young woman.

“Kgopotso was intelligent and excelled in mathematics and physical sciences. She wanted to become a nurse and improve my living condition,” said Mrs Mushwana

According to the family, the police apprehended the suspect in a taxi coming from Tembisa in Gauteng Province, following a tip off.

The suspeft who fixed cellphones for a living was never in a love relationship with the deceased.

“The friend, who she accompanied to the hair salon, when the incident occurred. Informed us that the suspect was proposing, but Kgopotso kept on rejecting him,” said the mother.

She stated that as a family, they came to know about a boy from Lenyenye, whom it is alleged she was dating.

“The family contacted us, asking for permission to hand deliver Kgopotso’s sneakers that she left behind.” Said a grieving mother

The family confirmed that Kgopotso left home around 10:00 pm to accompany a female friend to a hair salon.

“I’m in pain. If Kgopotso wronged him, i wish the suspect could have confronted me before taking her life.” said Mrs Mushwana

Police have not yet released the statement regarding this information.

Kgopotso was laid to rest on Sunday.

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According to Eskom, two lanes ( Lenyenye Mashiloane 11KV and Risenga Juliesburg 22KV) will undergo an unplanned power outage in order to repair the severe damages.

Copper cable theft has become a trending lucrative business in the area, and only the vulnerable villages are targeted.

Last month, villages around Nwamitwa were forced to brave the heatwave without electricity for 11 days.

Eskom statement has indicated that an estimated time of restoration is not yet available as electricians are busy assessing the damage.

The power utility snail pace has angered the residents and local business owners.

“It’s been three days without electricity and water. Our Christmas meat is rotten, and we are forced to use rain water for our day to day routines, ” said a resident

Those who have deeper pockets opted to purchase their own copper cables and join other lines in order to access electricity

” Life without electricity is difficult. We tried to engage our neighbors about budgeting for copper cables. But, they turned the offer done. We had to take this path alone to sustain our family, ” said a female resident

A car panel beater that was established in 2021 is facing a financial loss for the first time this festive season.

” Our hands are tight up. We can not operate any of our machines due to a lack of electricity. ” said a mechanic engineer

The panel beater also services government vehicles within Mopani District.

Meanwhile, Eskom has urged all customers in the affected areas to treat all electrical connections as live during this period.

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The family said Kgopotso was not in a love relationship with Matome Masiya( 26) who repairs phones for a living.

“This is the first time I hear about the young man who took the life of my daughter and best friend. Kgopotso was in a relationship with a boy from Lenyenye township, ” said a grieving mother.

The mother confirmed that the Lenyenye family contacted them as soon as they heard about the incident and asked for permission to return her brand new sneakers, which she left at their place.

According to the family, Kgopotso left home around 10:00 pm to accompany a female friend to a hair salon.

Matome, who has been stalking that night, ambushed them and requested to talk to her, but she refused.

It is not clear which object, he used to strike her to the stomach.

It is believed that, before she took her last breath at Letaba hospital, she told the nurses that the person who pinned a object in her belly ( abdomen) is Matome, and she was never in a relationship with the suspect

It is believed that Matome had tried several times to win her over, but his proposal was turned down every time.

“I’m in pain,” said Mrs Mushwana

As police manhunt for Matome continues, she had a message for him

“If my daughter has ever wronged Matome, I wish he could have come to me and plead his case than resulting in taking her life,” said the mother

Kgopotso was an intelligent student in physics and mathematics. She passed her Grade 11 with flying colors and was excited to form part of the class of 2026.

“She wanted to become a nurse and improve my life conditions. Someone decided to take my child before her time.” said Mrs Mushwana as she withheld tears.

The family said they haven’t received any update regarding the case, and detective’s in charge of the case haven’t paid a visit at home or phone them.

Kgopotso was laid to rest on Sunday.

The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has strongly condemned the incident and immediately instructed the police to search for the perpetrator to face the full might of the law.

 “Domestic violence is a big challenge in our Province and has been declared a national disaster by the President of the Country His Excellency Ramaphosa and anyone perpetuating it must face the consequences ” said the Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Hadebe.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is requested to contact the investigating officer , Sergeant Eric Mathebula, on 083 239 0977,Crime stop number 08600 10111.

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The young initiate had suffered severe burn injuries and was initially treated in a local hospital in Limpopo before being transferred to a facility in Gauteng. Despite medical efforts, he sadly succumbed to his injuries.

This marks the second death reported during this year’s initiation season in the province. Earlier in the week, a 19-year-old initiate living with epilepsy also died while undergoing traditional initiation rituals at another school in Dennilton.

These incidents have deeply shaken the community and raised renewed concern over the safety of initiation schools. The provincial government expressed sorrow over the loss of these young lives, calling the deaths a tragic reminder of the urgent need to protect those participating in these rites of passage.

Last year, leaders within the traditional initiation sector had already emphasized the need for stronger measures to prevent fatalities. Unfortunately, this year’s season has once again been marred by grief.

As families mourn and questions arise, many are calling for renewed commitment to safety, supervision, and accountability within initiation schools—so that these sacred traditions no longer come at such a devastating cost.

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