R60k reward for third suspect in murder of IFP MP
Sithole was brutally gunned down at Buyafuthi Hostel in Katlehong last month during a ward meeting.
South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson in Gauteng lieutenant colonel Mavela Masondi said they're offering the reward to anyone who come forward with information that can lead to the arrest and successful conviction of Zamani Ngila Ximba is wanted for the murder of IFP deputy chief whip, Khethamabala Sithole, and attempted murder of two other people at Buyafuthi Hostel in Katlehong on the 31 May 2025.
Masondo said the suspect is tall, dark in complexion and deemed armed and very dangerous.
'Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of the suspect is urged to call Major General Mbuso Khumalo at 082 556 8642 or Captain Abe Montoedi at 082 461 4794 Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or by using MySAPS App. All received information will be treated as confidential.'
Meanwhile, the two suspects who were arrested two days after the murder of the IFP MP have abandoned their bail applications.
Khethakuthula Sithole and Nontando Ximba appeared at the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court on Thursday morning, 12 June, for their bail application.
The two are expected to return to court on 29 July.
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