Shocking Testimony Emerges in South African Murder Case Involving Farm Workers

In a disturbing case in Limpopo, South African farm worker Adrian de Wet has testified against his boss, claiming he was forced to dispose of two murdered women’s bodies to pigs, highlighting ongoing racial unrest in the region.

Adrian de Wet, a 20-year-old farm worker in South Africa, has shocked the nation by alleging that he was compelled to feed the bodies of two women to pigs, according to his lawyers. De Wet stands one of the trio accused in the murder of Maria Makgato, 45, and Lucia Ndlovu, 34, who were reportedly searching for leftover food on a rural farm when they were killed last year.

During the trial which commenced on Monday, De Wet emerged as a state witness, claiming that farm owner Zachariah Johannes Olivier executed the women. The victims were seeking soon-to-expire dairy products when the incident occurred. De Wet maintains that he acted under duress, forced to discard the bodies into the pig enclosure, a statement both his legal counsel and the prosecution support. Should the court find his testimony credible, he could face no charges.

This case has sent shockwaves across South Africa, intensifying existing racial tensions. Despite the end of apartheid over 30 years ago, inequality persists in rural areas where most land is owned by a white minority while the majority of farm laborers are black and underpaid. This reality has led to significant resentment, with many black South Africans frustrated with their circumstances. Conversely, numerous white farmers voice concerns over rising crime rates in rural communities.

The other accused, William Musora, 50, and Olivier, 60, have yet to plead and are currently in custody pending bail hearings. They are also charged with attempted murder for an attack on Ms. Ndlovu's husband, as well as illegal firearm possession and hindrance of justice. Musora additionally faces charges regarding his immigration status in South Africa.

The proceedings at Limpopo High Court drew a crowd of supporters and family members of the victims, alongside members from the Economic Freedom Fighters opposition party, which previously advocated for the farm's closure. The trial has been postponed until next week.