Thokozile Mnguni
The Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court has again found former police sergeant Rosemary Ndlovu and her co-accused Nomsa Mudau guilty of incitement to commit murder linked to a 2018 plot targeting Mudau’s husband.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) welcomed the ruling, saying it reflects the strength of the evidence presented before the court.
“The National Prosecuting Authority welcomes the conviction of former police officer Rosemary Ndlovu and her co-accused Nomsa Mudau by the Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court on charges of incitement to commit murder,” said NPA spokesperson Magaboke Mohlatlole.
The court heard that Ndlovu played a facilitating role by connecting alleged hitmen with those involved in the plot, setting in motion a chain of communication that later included direct engagement between the alleged killers and Mudau.
Investigations led by Captain Kheswa Mabunda revealed that multiple telephone conversations and meetings took place in Tembisa between Mudau and the alleged hitmen. During these exchanges, Mudau allegedly requested that her husband be killed, citing alleged abuse and infidelity, and discussed payment arrangements linked to financial claims after his death.
The intended victim, Justice Mudau, was alerted to the plan after the alleged hitmen disclosed the scheme to him. He subsequently reported the matter to police, leading to the arrest of both accused.
Senior State Advocate Riana Williams told the court that the State’s evidence was consistent and mutually corroborative, proving beyond a reasonable doubt that both accused were involved in inciting and procuring the planned killing.
The court accepted the State’s case and found both accused guilty on the alternative charge of incitement, instigation or commanding another person to commit murder.
The matter was postponed to 15 July for pre-sentence reports and sentencing proceedings.
The NPA also emphasised its continued commitment to prosecuting organised violent crime, saying it would work closely with law enforcement agencies to ensure accountability regardless of the status or relationships of those involved.
Rosemary is already serving six life sentences after her 2021 conviction for orchestrating the murders of five family members in insurance-related killings.