Zimbabwean man accused of stabbing compatriot to death

LIMPOPO police have launched a manhunt for a suspect after a 31-year-old Zimbabwean man was stabbed to death by another Zimbabwean national during an altercation at a tavern in Levubu.

The incident happened on Sunday, 28 September 2025, at about 17:30 along Levubu B Road. The victim sustained multiple stab wounds and was rushed to Tshilidzini Hospital, where he later died in the early hours of Saturday, 4 October.

Police have identified the suspect as Richard Chiraira, who fled the scene and remains on the run. The case, initially registered as attempted murder, has since been updated to murder.

"A manhunt is underway, and we are appealing to anyone with information to assist the police in locating the suspect," said provincial police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.

Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Last month, IOL reported that police in Limpopo launched an investigation into a suspected mob justice incident after the body of a man, believed to be a Zimbabwean national, was discovered in Mooihoek, Driekop. The victim, who is thought to be in his 30s, was found with severe injuries consistent with a brutal assault.

Police responded to a report of a murder, and on arrival, they discovered the man's body with multiple injuries, believed to have been inflicted with stones and bottles. Paramedics declared him dead at the scene.

At the time, police in the province confirmed that the motive for the killing was under investigation and appealed for the public's help.