Overview
- Tshiamo (22) and Baleseng Moramaga (21) were shot dead in Mamelodi East last weekend, and a third victim remains hospitalized.
- Police arrested 38-year-old Tebogo Mnisi, who faces two counts of premeditated murder, attempted murder, and possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.
- Mnisi abandoned his bail bid and was remanded by the Mamelodi Magistrates' Court, with the case postponed to January 19, 2026.
- The cousins were buried at Luckau village outside Groblersdal, where hundreds paid tribute and the family demanded a harsh sentence.
- Limpopo Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego, the NPO Viia, and the NPA condemned the killings and pressed for stronger action to combat gender-based violence.