By localnew 
Limpopo coach killed over alleged muthi dispute at local tournament
The Limpopo football community is mourning the death of popular local coach Kwena Katiba (29), who was allegedly murdered following a dispute over muthi during a soccer tournament at Ga-Dikgale, Marobala, on Christmas Day.
Katiba, the owner and coach of Survivors FC Academy, based in Turfloop Unit D outside Polokwane, was struck by a vehicle near the pitch and later succumbed to his injuries at Mankweng Hospital.
According to a preliminary police report, the incident occurred during the Mamathipa Soccer Challenge. Katiba allegedly confronted the driver of a taxi—who is also the owner and coach of Juventus FC, the opposing team—after noticing him removing a bag from the goalposts. Eyewitnesses claim the bag was suspected to contain muthi.
The confrontation reportedly escalated into a heated argument, during which the suspect allegedly drove over Katiba on the R81.
A 37-year-old suspect has been arrested and is expected to appear before the Mankweng Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 29 December 2025, facing a charge of murder. Police investigations are ongoing.