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Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds

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What happened

The body of veteran broadcaster Owen Ndlovu was found hours after armed men kidnapped him near Johannesburg.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC News and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:46:31 UTC.

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