Tavern argument ends in murder and a 10-year sentence

Photo caption: Detective sergeant Ntesang Molefe of Mogwase SAPS, who arrested Thabang Nkwe on the day of the fatal shooting.

Platinum Weekly newspaper | Mogwase – An argument at a tavern in Mabele-a-Podi village near Mogwase ended in a fatal shooting, leaving one man dead and another facing 10 years behind bars.

The Mogwase Regional Court sentenced Thabang Nkwe (45) to 10 years’ direct imprisonment on 9 October 2026 for the murder of Monyeki William (42).

According to police spokesperson warrant officer Ofentse Mokgadi, the men were reportedly involved in an argument at the tavern on 25 August 2025. Nkwe allegedly went home, returned with a firearm and shot William.

Detective sergeant Ntesang Molefe of Mogwase SAPS arrested Nkwe that same day. He was denied bail and remained in custody until his sentencing.

Acting sub-district commissioner brigadier Selala Pheto commended Molefe, the prosecution team, witnesses and everyone who helped secure the conviction and sentence.