Man Ends Brother’s Life Over 'Biltong'
The argument escalated when Mabhena requested dried meat from his brother's room, which was not found.
Man Ends Brother’s Life Over ‘Biltong'
Nkululeko Mabhena was sentenced to three years in jail following his conviction for killing his brother during a dispute over food condiments.
However, Mabhena received a wholly suspended sentence under certain conditions.
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Initially charged with murder, Mabhena was convicted of a lesser offense after the court determined he acted in self-defense.
Despite pleading not guilty, Mabhena admitted to causing his brother's death.
The altercation between the brothers occurred on July 30, 2020, over a disagreement regarding the choice of condiments for their meal.
The argument escalated when Mabhena requested dried meat from his brother's room, which was not found.
Subsequently, the deceased suggested okra as an alternative, but Mabhena refused and requested maize instead.
Mabhena claimed his brother became aggressive, slapped him, and threatened him with an axe handle.
In response, Mabhena fatally stabbed his brother in the chest and later disposed of the body.
During the trial, Mabhena asserted he acted in self-defense but acknowledged causing his brother's death.
Justice Kabasa found Mabhena guilty of culpable homicide, considering his remorse, regret, and pre-trial incarceration of 3 ½ years.
Man Ends Brother’s Life Over ‘Biltong'
The judge emphasized the gravity of taking a life unnecessarily and acknowledged the psychological burden Mabhena would carry.
Considering these factors, Kabasa imposed a three-year suspended sentence, provided Mabhena does not commit any assault or violence-related offenses within five years.
Meanwhile…
HIGHLANDERS face Dynamos in a rare league opening encounter in the first week of March and assistant coach Try Ncube is confident his charges will be ready for the big game.
Ncube and former Warriors striker Agent Sawu were recently appointed as assistant coaches to Zambian Kelvin Kaindu who only received his work permit last Friday.
In his absence, Ncube and Sawu have been taking charge of the team's pre-season training.
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It was no surprise that Ncube was barking instructions on the touchline when Bosso played against Bulawayo Chiefs in a friendly encounter at Luveve Stadium on Sunday despite Kaindu's presence on the technical bench.
Highlanders won the game 2-1 courtesy of a Lynoth Chikuhwa brace. It was their second victory in pre-season after they won 1-0 against Greenfuel in Gweru the previous weekend.
