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Zimbabwean banker was preparing for divorce before UK family tragedy
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New details have emerged suggesting that Zimbabwean banker Nothabo Zandile Tshuma was preparing to end her marriage and begin a new life with her two daughters before she and the children were found dead at their home near Bedford in the United Kingdom.
According to friends and people close to the family, Zandile and her husband, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, 45, had initiated divorce proceedings and recently had their £1.3 million family home valued for sale as part of plans to separate.
Those close to the family alleged that Zandile had decided to move on with her daughters, Natalie, 15, and Nala, five, following the reported breakdown of the marriage. Friends claimed the relationship had become strained by allegations of infidelity and controlling behaviour.
Some family associates further alleged that Tshuma had previously warned his wife that, "If I can't have you, nobody will." The allegation has not been independently verified.
Friends also alleged that Zandile had discovered instances of infidelity involving women in the United Kingdom, South Africa and Zimbabwe. According to their accounts, she had forgiven her husband on previous occasions but ultimately concluded that the marriage could not be salvaged.
They said she believed separation was in the best interests of both herself and her daughters and was looking forward to starting a new chapter in her life. Friends further claimed she had become increasingly isolated due to what they described as controlling behaviour, including alleged restrictions on her friendships and contact with relatives.
The latest claims emerged as South African authorities prepare to extradite Tshuma to the United Kingdom following his arrest in Johannesburg on Friday. British police are seeking his extradition in connection with their investigation into the deaths of his wife and two daughters.
Tshuma is expected to appear before the Johannesburg Magistrates' Court on Monday as extradition proceedings begin.
He has not been charged in connection with the deaths in the United Kingdom and remains a suspect in an ongoing investigation. Under the principle of the presumption of innocence, no court has found him guilty of any offence.
Police in both the United Kingdom and South Africa have not publicly confirmed the allegations regarding the couple's marriage or the circumstances leading to their separation. Investigations into the deaths are continuing.
According to friends and people close to the family, Zandile and her husband, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, 45, had initiated divorce proceedings and recently had their £1.3 million family home valued for sale as part of plans to separate.
Those close to the family alleged that Zandile had decided to move on with her daughters, Natalie, 15, and Nala, five, following the reported breakdown of the marriage. Friends claimed the relationship had become strained by allegations of infidelity and controlling behaviour.
Some family associates further alleged that Tshuma had previously warned his wife that, "If I can't have you, nobody will." The allegation has not been independently verified.
Friends also alleged that Zandile had discovered instances of infidelity involving women in the United Kingdom, South Africa and Zimbabwe. According to their accounts, she had forgiven her husband on previous occasions but ultimately concluded that the marriage could not be salvaged.
They said she believed separation was in the best interests of both herself and her daughters and was looking forward to starting a new chapter in her life. Friends further claimed she had become increasingly isolated due to what they described as controlling behaviour, including alleged restrictions on her friendships and contact with relatives.
The latest claims emerged as South African authorities prepare to extradite Tshuma to the United Kingdom following his arrest in Johannesburg on Friday. British police are seeking his extradition in connection with their investigation into the deaths of his wife and two daughters.
Tshuma is expected to appear before the Johannesburg Magistrates' Court on Monday as extradition proceedings begin.
He has not been charged in connection with the deaths in the United Kingdom and remains a suspect in an ongoing investigation. Under the principle of the presumption of innocence, no court has found him guilty of any offence.
Police in both the United Kingdom and South Africa have not publicly confirmed the allegations regarding the couple's marriage or the circumstances leading to their separation. Investigations into the deaths are continuing.
Source - ZiFM Stereo
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