DNA tests confirm bodies found are of missing journalist and partner

JOHANNESBURG - DNA tests have confirmed the human remains discovered in Rust de Winter in Limpopo last month belong to journalist Sibusiso Ndlovu and his partner, Zodwa  Mdlhuli.

The remains were analysed and matched with the reference sample of biological relatives of the deceased. The SAPS has already notified both families.

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Last month, police were led to a bush in Nokaneng near Rust De Winter in Limpopo where human remains believed to be of the missing journalist and partner were found. 

Ndlovu, a National Press Club committee member and founder of Capital Live FM, was reported missing after he was last seen in Mamelodi on February 18.

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Seven suspects arrested in connection with the case are currently appearing before the KwaMhlanga Magistrate court on various charges including murder, kidnapping and possession of stolen property.

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