South African police have arrested two men connected to the murder of anti-crime activist Thato Molosankwe, revealing ties to a wider criminal syndicate.

The arrests, announced by Acting North West Police Commissioner Maj-Gen Ryno Naidoo, mark a breakthrough in an investigation that has dominated the province since Molosankwe's killing on May 20.The suspects, aged 28 and 38, were linked to the murder after weeks of investigations, with the first arrested on May 23 for previous killings.Police believe both are part of a syndicate involved in murders, robberies, and drug trafficking.While the motive remains unclear, Naidoo suggested Molosankwe's activism against crime may have made him a target.The investigation is ongoing, with detectives still searching for weapons and additional suspects.The family was informed of the breakthrough before public announcement, with Naidoo emphasizing police commitment to justice despite the loss.The suspects are set to appear in court, highlighting the complexity of dismantling organized criminal networks.