Metro FM personality Lerato Kganyago’s husband finds himself embroiled in a R10 million lawsuit following a disturbing violent episode at one of his residential properties.
Thami Ndlala, through his company Ndlalayesizwe Real Estate, faces serious allegations after a 20-year-old Pretoria woman suffered life-altering injuries in an alleged assault by a property caretaker.
Details of the Disturbing Incident
Court documents filed at the Pretoria High Court reveal that Gift Kamogelo Modisha was enjoying time with friends at the Hatfield complex pool on December 4, 2024, when the situation turned violent. According to the affidavit, an unidentified caretaker referred to as Dlomo allegedly became verbally abusive before launching a physical attack.
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“What began as verbal harassment escalated into a brutal assault,” the court papers state. “The caretaker reportedly used a wooden object to strike the victim repeatedly, causing her to fall and fracture her left arm. The attack continued with kicks to her prone body and blows to her head, resulting in significant blood loss.”
Severe Medical Consequences
Modisha required emergency hospitalization and five days of intensive treatment for her injuries, which included aserious head wound requiring stitches that left permanent scarring, a fractured left arm, neurological damage from head trauma and diagnosed post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety
Medical professionals have reportedly confirmed that some of these injuries will cause lifelong disability and impairment.
Lerato Kganyago’s husband faces R10million lawsuit
The lawsuit holds Ndlala and his company responsible for failing to ensure resident safety. The R10 million compensation claim breaks down as follows:
- R100,000 for immediate medical expenses
- R1 million for anticipated future medical needs
- R6 million for lost earning potential
- R3 million for general damages including pain and suffering
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Corporate Responsibility Questioned
The legal action argues that property owners must bear responsibility for employee conduct, especially when it occurs on their premises during work hours. “This wasn’t just an employee losing their temper – it represents a systemic failure in hiring practices, training, and resident protection,” the filing contends.
The defendants have 30 days from service of the papers to formally respond to these serious allegations. Legal experts suggest this case may set important precedents regarding property owner liability in South Africa.