A South African woman, Phindiswa Toshi Mpomposhe, was tragically stabbed to death by her boyfriend, Mkhuseli Ludidi, on New Year’s Day in Khayelitsha, Cape Town.
Advocacy group Women For Change issued a statement on Thursday 9th January 2025, condemning the incident.
It is believed that Phindiswa was murdered by Mkhuseli due to an argument that erupted after she wore a pair of borrowed shorts to the beach. Phindiswa, accompanied by her sister, friends, and her boyfriend, had gone to the beach to celebrate the New Year.
However, when she changed into the shorts, which she had borrowed from her sister, Mkhuseli objected, claiming they were too revealing. An argument ensued, but it initially appeared to have subsided. Tragically, upon returning home, Mkhuseli fatally stabbed Phindiswa.
According to witnesses, Phindiswa had been subjected to abuse by Mkhuseli for a significant period, and she was aware of the escalating violence in their relationship.
“It is alleged that the incident stemmed from an argument between the couple, reportedly sparked by Phindiswa’s choice of clothing and socialising with friends during a New Year’s celebration,” the statement read.
“Witnesses stated that after the argument, everything appeared normal, and the group continued their celebrations before eventually going to bed.
“The sisters left for the beach while the couple was still sleeping. A couple of hours later, the family received a call from the police.
“According to the police, after the murder, the boyfriend arrived at the Harare police station in Khayelitsha covered in blood, claiming someone had been injured.
“However, he fled before providing further details, prompting a police chase.
“The boyfriend was arrested with two kitchen knives in his possession, and Phindiswa’s lifeless body was later found in Kuyasa.
“The couple had allegedly been dating for eight months, and witnesses stated that Phindiswa endured abuse for a long time and was aware it had gotten physical. We are heartbroken over the loss of such a beautiful soul. Fly high, Sister.”
