The Alexandra Magistrate’s Court has postponed the case of 22-year-old Ntokoto Mabasa, who stands accused of murdering her boyfriend, 31-year-old Xichavo Ntsanwisi. The matter has been rescheduled to 27 February 2026, allowing the State more time to gather crucial forensic evidence needed before the trial can proceed.
Mabasa, who was released on R10 000 bail in October, made a short appearance in court on Monday, 24 November 2025. During the session, prosecutors informed the court that they are still awaiting the postmortem report, DNA results, and other key exhibits that form an essential part of the murder investigation. Without these documents, the State argued, the matter cannot move forward.
The case stems from a tragic incident that occurred in September 2025 at a rented apartment in Midrand, where Mabasa and Ntsanwisi lived as a couple. Ntsanwisi, originally from Mhinga village outside Malamulele, had been employed by the Greater Giyani Municipality at the time of his death.
According to police statements, officers from SAPS Midrand responded to a distress call at Colnbrook Estate in Noordwyk during the early hours of Monday, 22 September 2025. SAPS communication officer Sergeant M. Papama reported that police arrived at approximately 01:58, only to find a grim scene inside the apartment’s kitchen.
Ntsanwisi was discovered lying on the floor with a single stab wound to his upper chest. A knife, believed to be the murder weapon, was recovered next to him. Paramedics from Netcare Ambulance were called in but could only declare him dead at the scene.
Mabasa, originally from Kremetart in Giyani, Limpopo, was found inside the apartment when police arrived. According to the police report, she allegedly admitted to stabbing her boyfriend during the confrontation. She was arrested immediately and taken into custody pending her first appearance in court.
The couple’s relationship has not yet been detailed publicly, and the exact circumstances surrounding the stabbing remain under investigation. The anticipated forensic reports are expected to shed light on the events that unfolded that night and help clarify whether the incident was premeditated, accidental, or occurred during a domestic dispute.
Legal experts note that such delays are common in murder cases, as the State must present complete forensic findings to build a strong case. These include autopsy results, DNA analysis, fingerprints, and any other physical evidence collected from the crime scene.
As the case draws increasing public attention, community members continue to express shock at the tragic end of a young couple who appeared to be building a life together. With the matter now postponed to early 2026, both families must endure months of waiting as the justice system continues its painstaking process.
For now, Mabasa remains out on bail under strict conditions while the State finalises its preparations for what is expected to be a closely watched trial.
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