Tebogo Mnisi Arrested for Brutal Murder of Cousins Tshiamo and Baleseng Moramaga in Mamelodi

In a heartbreaking turn of events, police have confirmed the arrest of 38-year-old Tebogo Mnisi, a tavern bouncer from Mamelodi East, who is accused of murdering two young cousins — Tshiamo (22) and Baleseng Moramaga (21) — and shooting another victim who miraculously survived.

The double murder has left the Mamelodi community in shock and mourning, sparking anger and calls for justice across South Africa 😢.

The Tragic Night 💔

The gruesome incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 26 October, between 2AM and 4AM, in Mahube Valley Extension 17, Mamelodi East.
Residents reported hearing gunshots and later found the lifeless bodies of the two young women on the street, both shot in the head.

Before her death, Tshiamo reportedly sent a WhatsApp message to a friend saying:

“Tlaa go Tebogo ashuu wa actor moh”
(Come, Tebogo is acting up.)

This chilling message pointed directly to Tebogo Mnisi as the suspect behind the brutal killings.

Who Were Tshiamo and Baleseng? 🌸

The victims, Tshiamo Moramaga (22) and Baleseng Moramaga (21), were not just cousins — they were best friends, dreamers, and inspirations to their loved ones.
Tshiamo was studying beauty therapy and nails, while Baleseng was training to become a teacher.

They were described by their family as “full of life, laughter, and love.” Their aunt, Maggie Moramaga (45), shared that she was with them just hours before the tragedy, reminiscing about her late son. She received the devastating news the next morning 😢.

Community Outrage and Vigilante Justice 🔥

As word of the murders spread, angry residents took matters into their own hands, burning down Tebogo’s home in Mahube Valley.
Videos circulating online show the house engulfed in flames as the crowd shouted for justice.

Police later arrested Tebogo Mnisi at a Pretoria fuel station, where he was allegedly trying to flee.

He is expected to appear at the Mamelodi Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 29 October, facing two counts of murder and one of attempted murder.

Calls for Action Against Gender-Based Violence 🙏🏽

Community leaders, including members of the Soil of Africa Civic Movement, have condemned the killings and called for stronger community patrols and harsher penalties for gender-based violence offenders.

“Our young women are not safe. We can’t sit back while these monsters destroy lives,”
said one community activist during a candlelight vigil held in the victims’ honor.

Justice for Tshiamo and Baleseng 🕊️

The Mamelodi community continues to mourn the loss of these two promising young women. Their deaths have reignited conversations about safety, justice, and accountability for women in South Africa.

Police investigations are ongoing, and residents are hopeful that justice will be served swiftly for the Moramaga family.

Two bright young lives, gone too soon — but never forgotten. 💔🕊️