A 38-year-old man accused of a brutal double murder in Mamelodi will remain in custody after he abandoned his bail application on Wednesday. Tebogo Mnisi appeared for the first time in the Mamelodi Magistrates’ Court, where he faces serious charges for the killings that have shocked the local community....Click to Read More >>➤
Mnisi faces five charges, including two counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, possession of an unlicensed firearm, and possession of ammunition. The case has been postponed to 19 January 2026 for further investigation. The accused has opted to be represented by a legal aid lawyer.
**Community Outrage and Court Proceedings**
The court appearance drew strong reactions from the community. Several groups gathered outside the courthouse, demanding that bail be denied and calling for a swift trial. The emotional atmosphere underscored the public’s demand for justice in this case.
The victims, identified as 22-year-old Tshiamo and 21-year-old Baleseng Moramaga, were cousins who lived together in a rented room in Mamelodi. They were found dead execution-style with gunshot wounds to the head after going out the previous night. Neighbors made the grim discovery.
Gauteng police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko confirmed that officers arrested Mnisi on Monday. “Upon arrival, police found the bodies of two female victims, both with gunshot wounds to the head. A double murder investigation has been opened,” Sibeko stated. Witnesses reported seeing the two women arguing with a man they knew before the incident.
**Legal Representation and Custody Details**
In court, Mnisi’s legal aid representative informed the magistrate that the accused has no previous convictions, no other pending cases, and no protection orders filed against him. Despite this clean record, Mnisi chose to withdraw his bail application, ensuring he will be held in custody until his next court date.
Before the arrest, the case garnered significant attention. The Aubrey Tau Foundation offered a R250,000 reward for information leading to the apprehension of the suspects. Moja Love boss Aubrey Tau, through his foundation, expressed profound regret over the murders.
“It cannot be that young women, despite what allegations may be on social media, are murdered in the most brutal and senseless way,” the foundation’s statement read. This sentiment echoed the broader public outrage over the violent deaths of the two young women.
The Mamelodi double murder case has highlighted ongoing concerns about violent crime in South African communities. As the investigation continues, authorities are piecing together the events that led to the tragic deaths of Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga. The community awaits the next court proceedings, seeking closure and justice for the victims and their families.
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