Four arrested following murder of boxer Zolani Tete in South Africa
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:32 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of Zolani Tete, a two-time world boxing champion, who was shot outside his home in Mdantsane on Friday. Tete, 38, was killed in an ambush, and a female companion was also shot and is currently hospitalized. One suspect, a 22-year-old man arrested on Saturday, is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, facing murder and attempted murder charges. The three others, arrested on Sunday, face charges related to gun possession and may also be charged in connection with Tete's death. Tete was preparing for a comeback fight after serving a ban for a failed drug test.
- •Zolani Tete was shot dead outside his home in Mdantsane.
- •A 22-year-old suspect faces murder and attempted murder charges.
- •A female passenger with Tete was shot and hospitalized.
- •Tributes have come from various sports figures and officials.
- •Tete was training for a comeback fight after a drug ban.
- 8:32 AMBBC Sport — Four arrested over murder of two-time world champion Tete
"One of the suspects is due in court on Monday to be charged with murder and attempted murder.
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