Zolani Tete shot dead outside his home in Mdantsane
By The BriefBrief
Former world boxing champion Zolani “Last Born” Tete was shot dead outside his home in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Police and Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie said the 38-year-old was arriving at his residence in Mdantsane township when two armed men in balaclavas opened fire.
WHO:Zolani “Last Born” Tete; two armed men wearing balaclavas; Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie; police
WHAT:Zolani Tete was shot dead outside his home as he arrived at his residence.
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Mdantsane township, Eastern Cape, South Africa
WHY:Motive not yet established.
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