He was further sentenced to five years’ imprisonment for unlawful possession of a firearm and three years’ imprisonment for unlawful possession of ammunition.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in a statement on Friday, December 19, 2025 said court sitting in Polokwane, Limpopo, also declared the accused unfit to possess a fire arm.
According to the prosecution, the businessman murdered his wife at their family home after a heated argument escalated into violence. Evidence presented in court included forensic reports, witness testimonies from neighbors and family members, and expert analysis that contradicted the accused’s initial claims that his wife’s death was accidental. The court ruled that the murder was premeditated, citing attempts by the accused to conceal evidence and mislead investigators.
In delivering the sentence, the judge emphasized the seriousness of gender-based violence in South Africa and said the court had a duty to send a strong message that such crimes would not be tolerated, regardless of the social or economic status of the perpetrator. The victim’s family welcomed the verdict, describing it as a measure of justice after a long and painful ordeal.
The case has reignited national debate on domestic violence and the need for stronger protections for women across the country.
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