Three suspects have since been arrested in connection with his murder, with police investigations into the circumstances surrounding his death continuing.
The Eastern Cape-born fighter won world titles in two divisions and holds the record for the fastest knockout in a world title fight, stopping fellow South African Siboniso Gonya in just 11 seconds in 2017.
Provincial government spokesperson Khuselwa Rantjie said, “The decision to accord Tete this honour comes as recognition for his exceptional contribution to sport, his outstanding achievements in professional boxing, and the immense pride he brought to the people of the Eastern Cape and South Africa throughout his career.”
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