In October 2014, South African soccer star Senzo Meyiwa was fatally shot in what was quickly labeled a robbery gone wrong. A national tragedy unfolded — a beloved sports figure lost, a grieving family, and a nation demanding answers. Yet, nearly a decade later, the case remains unresolved and clouded with contradictions. At the center of the renewed public interest is controversial figure and outspoken critic, Ntsiki Mazwai, whose searing claims have reignited scrutiny around the night of Senzo’s death and, most notably, around singer Kelly Khumalo — Meyiwa’s then-girlfriend and one of the last people to see him alive.

Mazwai has released a series of explosive allegations that challenge the official narrative, calling into question the integrity of the investigation, the motives behind the murder, and the roles of those present. Her revelations, based on reported inconsistencies, forensic details, and alleged behind-the-scenes dealings, suggest that Senzo’s death may have been far more than a random act of violence.

The Mysterious Phone Call

One of Mazwai’s most damning claims involves a phone call allegedly made by Kelly Khumalo moments after the shooting — not to emergency services or police, but to an unnamed “powerful industry insider.” This call, Mazwai argues, was never officially documented or included in court records. She theorizes that it may have been a calculated move to initiate a damage control operation — a chilling sign of strategic crisis management rather than panic.

“If true,” Mazwai warns, “this wasn’t just chaos, it was choreography.”

A Warning Ignored

Just hours before his death, Meyiwa reportedly displayed uncharacteristic behavior: quiet, anxious, pacing. According to close friends, he attempted multiple times to contact his brother and left behind a haunting voice note: “If anything happens, look after my daughter.”

To Mazwai, this wasn’t just paranoia — it was foreboding. She believes Meyiwa sensed he was in danger, and perhaps more disturbingly, didn’t trust those around him that night, including Khumalo.

The Inconsistent Witnesses

Five adults were inside the house during the fatal shooting. Each has provided a different version of events. Descriptions of the alleged intruders vary — from the clothes they wore to their behavior. One witness claimed Senzo remained standing after being shot, another said he collapsed instantly. One called it a robbery, another implied it was self-defense.

These contradictions, says Mazwai, are more than just trauma-induced confusion. “If five people saw the same murder, why are there five different stories?” she asks.

Even more questionable is the behavior of Khumalo’s sister, Zandile. Her shifting testimonies have been described as evasive, defensive, and inconsistent. Mazwai zeroes in on this, questioning what — or whom — Zandile might be protecting.

The Bullet’s Angle and the Forensics That Don’t Fit

One of the more technical revelations comes from a detail buried deep in forensic reports: the angle of the bullet that killed Meyiwa. Experts noted that it entered from a downward angle, suggesting that the shooter was standing above Meyiwa — or that Meyiwa may have been kneeling.

This detail, critics argue, doesn’t align with the chaotic scuffle story pushed early in the investigation. If Meyiwa was indeed kneeling, Mazwai posits, the shooting could have been execution-style — deliberate and close-range.

“Forensics don’t lie,” she states. “People do.”

Kelly’s Slips and Stumbles

Over the years, Khumalo has participated in numerous interviews, and Mazwai believes her words occasionally betray her. In one infamous interview, Khumalo began to say “When Senzo died— I mean, when he got shot,” before correcting herself. Mazwai interprets this as more than a simple mistake — to her, it is a sign of a guilty conscience.

The Robbery Theory Falls Apart

From the start, Meyiwa’s family rejected the robbery explanation. He was carrying cash, wearing jewelry, and driving an expensive vehicle — none of which were taken. Even his cellphone remained at the scene.

What kind of robber leaves everything behind?

According to Mazwai, the lack of stolen items suggests that theft wasn’t the motive. “When nothing is taken,” she argues, “something else was the target.” She believes Meyiwa was silenced for what he knew — possibly something he had discovered involving financial or business dealings related to Khumalo.

Fame After Death

Another piece of the puzzle lies in what happened after Meyiwa’s death. While his family was left to mourn and cover legal costs, Kelly Khumalo’s public profile soared. Endorsements, interviews, bookings — she became a media darling.

Mazwai doesn’t believe this was mere coincidence. In her view, it was strategic — part of a larger pattern where fame is built upon tragedy. “Sometimes betrayal isn’t emotional,” she warns, “it’s transactional.”

Ritualistic Rumors and Hidden Agendas

Perhaps Mazwai’s most controversial claim is her suggestion that Meyiwa’s death may have had a ritualistic element — a spiritual sacrifice in exchange for fame or success. While she acknowledges how extreme it sounds, she also points to recurring patterns in the entertainment industry: the sudden deaths, unexplained downfalls, and whispers of spiritual debt.

She asks pointedly: “Why does Kelly thrive while everyone else around her collapses?”

The Untouched Witness

Longe Twala, son of legendary producer Chicco Twala, was also in the house the night Senzo died. Yet, Mazwai highlights how his name rarely surfaces in coverage, and how he quickly left the scene and faced little public scrutiny. She suggests this could be due to his powerful family ties and implies that influence may have shielded him from serious questioning.

The Missing 30 Minutes

Perhaps most unsettling is the timeline. Nearly 30 minutes passed between the shooting and the arrival of emergency services. What happened in that gap remains largely unaccounted for. Mazwai believes those unrecorded moments hold key answers: “Who was called? What was said? What was cleaned?”

A Case Still Wide Open

As the courtroom proceedings continue, the weight of public doubt grows. Mazwai’s claims may be speculative, but they have forced a critical reexamination of the facts, or lack thereof. Her voice, though polarizing, has reopened national dialogue and drawn fresh attention to a case that many feared would quietly fade away.

In a case built on contradictions, silence, and shifting narratives, the truth may still be buried. But if Mazwai is right, Senzo Meyiwa didn’t just die in a botched robbery — he was eliminated, and the cover-up continues.

Whether you believe her or not, one thing is clear: the full story of Senzo Meyiwa’s death has yet to be told.