Three suspects, aged between 17 and 23, have been arrested in connection with the murder of Limpopo comedian and content creator Skeem Mafenya, whose real name was Khadziyane Ndivhuwo. Police said officers arrested them hours after the killing on 17 October 2026, following an intelligence-driven operation.
Police Response
Limpopo police received a report at about 03:35 on Saturday that a person lay motionless inside a yard in Madonsi Boltman B, Malamulele. Officers found Ndivhuwo with multiple stab wounds to his upper body. Emergency Medical Services responded, but he was declared dead at the scene.
A community member allegedly heard a knock at the door. The person looked through a window and saw a man bleeding profusely. The report doesn’t identify the man as Ndivhuwo or give further details about the alleged encounter.
Case and Court Appearance
Police haven’t established a motive for the killing. Police spokesperson Hlulani Mashaba said: “We commend the swift response by the police that led to the arrest of the three suspects. We will monitor this case closely to ensure that the suspects are held accountable for the senseless killing through the criminal justice system.”
The suspects face a charge of murder and are expected to appear before the Malamulele Magistrates Court. Police said an intelligence-driven operation led to the arrests. The source gives no further information about the suspects, the evidence gathered, or the circumstances leading to the killing.
The motive remains unknown. The suspects face murder charges.
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