Cape Town – Limpopo police have launched a manhunt after an 80-year-old traditional healer was shot and killed outside his home in the Nwa-Khuwani village near Giyani late on Saturday night.
According to authorities, the victim was lured outside by an unknown man who identified himself as a police detective and told the sangoma there was an outstanding case against him.
Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said the incident occurred around 11:45 pm when the elderly man and his son were asleep and heard a vehicle honking outside the house.
The son went out first and found the stranger standing by a vehicle near the gate, and soon afterwards called his father. Moments after the sangoma stepped outside, the suspect allegedly opened fire multiple times before fleeing the scene.
#sapsLIM Police in Giyani seek assistance in the apprehension of an unknown male suspect responsible for the murder of an 80-year-old male victim at Nwa-Khuwani village on Saturday, 13/12. Anyone with information that can assist with the investigations is urged to contact… pic.twitter.com/Lip8MEskrp
— SA Police Service 🇿🇦 (@SAPoliceService) December 15, 2025
Emergency services were summoned, but the victim was pronounced dead on arrival. The motive for the killing remains unclear, and a murder case has been opened as investigations continue.
Police are appealing to members of the public for any information that could help trace the suspect. Those with information are urged to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Michel Shivuri, Crime Stop, their nearest police station, or submit tips via the My SAPS App.
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Compiled by Lisabeal Nqamqhele
