# Death of activist Owen Ndlovu in South Africa

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-activist-owen-ndlovu-in-south-africa
> Updated: 2026-09-18T13:42:15.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Owen Ndlovu, a former SABC sports presenter and music rights activist, was shot dead following a hijacking and kidnapping in Katlehong, Gauteng. The incident occurred on the evening of 15 September 2026, while Ndlovu was traveling to collect his wife. His body was discovered the following morning in Thokoza with gunshot wounds, and his vehicle was later recovered in Walkerville, having been stripped of parts.

Following the discovery, South African Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, described Ndlovu as a “significant figure” in the broadcasting and creative sectors and called for those responsible to be brought to justice. The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party also issued a statement of mourning. At the time of his death, Ndlovu was the founder of United Artists and was involved in various legal disputes regarding intellectual property and music rights.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Owen Ndlovu, former SABC sports presenter, found dead after alleged hijacking

Former SABC sports presenter and music activist Owen Ndlovu has died following an alleged hijacking and kidnapping in Katlehong, South Africa. Police are investigating the circumstances of his death.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/owen-ndlovu-former-sabc-sports-presenter-found-dead-after-alleged-hijacking

### 2026-09-16: Owen Ndlovu shot dead after hijacking in Katlehong

Former SABC sports presenter Owen Ndlovu was shot dead after being hijacked and kidnapped in Katlehong, South Africa, on 15 September 2026.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/owen-ndlovu-shot-dead-after-hijacking-in-katlehong

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