The arrest of two suspects in connection with the killing of social activist Thato Molosankwe.

North West police have confirmed the arrest of two suspects, aged 28 and 38, in connection with the alleged murder of social activist Thato Molosankwe, who was shot dead at his home in Lomanyaneng village on May 20.

The case was investigated by a team from the Provincial Murder and Robbery Unit following the shooting.

Acting North West Provincial Commissioner Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo briefed the media on Friday afternoon in Mahikeng, where he confirmed the breakthrough.

He said he had met with and briefed the Molosankwe family on the developments in the case.