MOTSHANE – What began as a brutal domestic murder has now unfolded into a double tragedy for the couple’s three children.
The children were reportedly in another room when their father stabbed their mother to death. They are now faced with the harsh reality that their father has also taken his own life.
Thulani Ginindza, the man wanted in connection with the brutal murder of his wife, Princess ‘Nunu’ Johnson, was found dead yesterday afternoon, bringing a grim end to a days-long search that had captivated the Motshane community and the nation at large.
Ginindza’s body was discovered hanging from a large wattle tree in a forested area less than a kilometre from his homestead at around 1pm yesterday.
This discovery was made during a continued search by the community police members, led by Lucky Dube. A rope was used in what is believed to be a suicide.
Ginindza had been on the run after reportedly stabbing his wife multiple times in their home while their children were in a nearby room.
The incident left the children traumatised and without their mother – a situation further compounded by their father’s death.
However, it had been reported that counselling for the children would be provided.
Upon discovering the body, Dube and his colleagues reportedly hurried to the Ginindza homestead to deliver the sad news.
The family subsequently called the police, who responded promptly to the scene.
When police arrived, they found Ginindza’s body hanging from a big wattle tree a few metres from the edge of the forest.
The corpse was visible from a distance, with a blue rope tied around his neck.
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Too much lies on social media – Ginindza family
MOTSHANE – The family of Thulani Ginindza has condemned false rumours circulating on social media about him since he went missing following the murder of his wife, Princess ‘Nunu’ Johnson.
The family stated that social media reports claimed Ginindza was seen in Matsapha and Nkoyoyo after the incident.
They said these reports led to a loss of confidence that Ginindza might still be in the area, although they expressed their gratitude to the community police members for their resilience despite the rumours.
Other relatives expressed concern that Ginindza made the decision to disappear without giving any indication to anyone. One said it would have been better if he had left a note indicating his possible whereabouts before he ended his life.
“He said he was ‘crossing’, giving the impression that he was leaving the country. I thought he had left the country after the incident,” one relative said shortly after the discovery of the body.
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Mixed reactions after suspect takes his own life
MBABANE – Social media users have expressed sharply divided opinions following reports that the Motshane murder suspect has committed suicide.
The man was accused of stabbing his wife multiple times while their three children were in the next room. News that he later died sparked a wave of emotional responses online, with many people expressing anger, frustration and heartbreak while others reflected on deeper social and mental health issues linked to the tragedy.
A significant number of commenters condemned the suspect and welcomed news of his death, with some describing him as selfish for taking the life of the mother of his children and then leaving the children completely orphaned. Others wrote harshly that the community was better off without him, while some used strong language, calling for him to be buried without honour.
However, there were also users who expressed sympathy, not for the crime, but for the broader human tragedy. Some suggested the incident pointed to unresolved anger, depression and social pressures faced by men. They argued that discussions around mental health and family conflict resolution needed to be prioritised.
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Violence not the answer – One Billion Rising
MBABANE – Africa Regional Coordinator for the One Billion Rising campaign, Colani Hlatjwako, has warned that cases where a partner murders their spouse and then takes their own life have devastating consequences.
The children who are left without parents face lifelong emotional scars.
Hlatjwako said such tragedies highlight the urgent need for non-violent ways of resolving marital or relationship conflict. She encouraged couples to speak openly about their challenges and to prioritise their well-being and that of their children, even where separation becomes unavoidable.
“All we are encouraging is for people to talk to each other,” she said. “If it calls for couples to part ways, let it be, and protect each other’s mental health, especially for the other people involved, including children.”
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