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Zolani Tete murder case postponed to December as police hunt 5th suspect

2h By Zintle Mdaka
The murder case involving former boxing champion Zolani Tete has been postponed to December as police continue their search for a fifth suspect allegedly linked to his killing.

Also see: Uzuzole Goqwana and Sinebhongo Qase denied bail in Zolani Tete murder case

The four accused appeared in the Mdantsane Magistrates’ Court in connection with the murder. The case has been postponed to 8 December 2026, allowing further proceedings to take place as the investigation continues.

Zolani was shot and killed outside his home in Mdantsane in August 2026. His girlfriend was also wounded during the shooting.

4 Accused appear in court

The four accused are facing charges that include murder, attempted murder and possession of an unlicensed firearm.

One of the accused, Uzuzole Goqwana, has been identified as an alleged mastermind behind the killing. The allegations form part of the ongoing court proceedings and have not been proven.

The case has drawn attention following the killing of the former world boxing champion, who made his mark in professional boxing.

Also see: Zolani Tete murder: State opposes Uzuzole Goqwana’s bail over alleged witness interference

Police search for 5th suspect

Police are continuing their efforts to locate a fifth suspect believed to be linked to the shooting.

The suspect remains outstanding as investigators work to establish the circumstances surrounding Zolani’s death and determine the alleged roles of those involved.

The search for the fifth suspect remains a key part of the investigation, while the four accused continue to face the charges against them.

Case returns to court in December

The postponement comes as the investigation continues and police pursue the outstanding suspect.

Zolani’s death has had a significant impact on the boxing community and those who knew him. His girlfriend also survived the shooting, in which she sustained injuries.

Police efforts to locate the fifth suspect continue as the legal process moves forward.

Featured image: X/@75secondes

Also see: Zolani Tete murder-accused Uzuzole Goqwana breaks his silence

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