KwaZulu-Natal is reeling from a horrifying incident where Sbusiso Lawrance murdered his 25-years ex-girlfriend before taking his own life. The tragic events have caused widespread anger and brought attention back to the serious issue of Gender-Based Violence in South Africa.
Lawrance picked up his ex-girlfriend from her home in Malangeni, UMzinto. They argued, and the situation became violent when Lawrance stabbed her multiple times. Her body was found on a gravel road, and a broken knife was also found near her. It seems the murder happened inside Lawrance’s car, which was later abandoned nearby.
After the murder, Lawrance recorded a video of himself, confessing and he shared it on social media. In the video, he looked upset, with blood on his face and his t-shirt. He tried to explain why he killed his ex-girlfriend, saying he had done everything to make her happy and took care of a child that wasn’t his. He also said their relationship ended after she got money for the Road Accident Fund.
“ You’re going to say I’m cruel, but I lost everything for this woman”, said Sbusiso Lawrance in Zulu. He also said, “ Ngizamile, ngisebenza kanzima empilweni yami, trying to satisfy a woman”. The video quickly spread online and was met with outrage and criticism from the public.
A few hours after the video went viral, Lawrence was found hanging from a tree near where the crime took place. It is believed that he took his own life.
This tragic event has caused anger and sadness across the country. Groups working to stop gender-based violence are calling for immediate action and have asked people not to share the graphic video out of respect for the victim’s family.
As South Africa mourns yet another life lost in domestic violence, the tragedy underscores the urgent need for collective action to protect vulnerable individuals and prevent such horrific acts.
Written by: Amu Malinga
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