The body of Simukusi Michael Libongani, who is suspected to have gone missing while fishing in the Liselo area, has been retrieved. The 59-year-old resident of Lisikili was reportedly attacked by a hippo on Tuesday night. Libongani's body was retrieved on Wednesday after a police search.

The Deputy Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, Heather Sibungo, was at the scene during the search. While conveying a message of condolences to the family, Sibungo stated that the ministry would assist with the funeral arrangement.