NORTH WEST. – Donovan Marx (50) was discharged from Mediclinic Potchefstroom on Thursday afternoon after receiving treatment for more than two weeks for serious injuries he sustained in a farm attack on 28 October. Marx was shot, stabbed and had his ears cut off during the attack on his farm Syferfontein, between Ventersdorp and Potchefstroom. Family and friends welcomed him with the song By the power of God as he left the hospital.
Steyn du Toit Ing., the couple's legal representatives, say Donovan and Louise Marx have thanked the medical staff and everyone who supported them. The couple say he has a long road to recovery ahead and ask people to pray for them and for Friday's court proceedings.
Phindile Alex Namnagcayi (27), Mathaka Godfrey Mathipa (56), Makema Jan Maishane (53) and Thomas Thabo Mathlongtlong appeared in the Ventersdorp Magistrate's Court on 3 November on charges including attempted murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances and unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition. The state opposes bail. The four are expected to return today for further bail proceedings.
Read the full statement below:
Issued on behalf of Donovan and Louise Marx
DONOVAN MARX DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL – "ALL GLORY TO GOD!"
A particularly emotional and significant moment took place this afternoon when Donovan Marx, who was seriously injured during a brutal farm attack in the Ventersdorp area on 28 October 2026, was discharged from Mediclinic Potchefstroom.
After more than two weeks of intensive medical treatment and a difficult recovery process, Donovan was able to leave the hospital today – a significant milestone for which he, his wife Louise and their family are deeply grateful.
Although Donovan still has a long road to recovery ahead, the family regards his discharge as a symbolic and meaningful step forward on the path to healing.
A MOMENT OF FAITH, HOPE AND PRAISE
With his discharge, Donovan was welcomed by close family and friends, who greeted him with the meaningful song "By the power of God" (originally sung by Arnold de Wet).
It was a moving, emotional and powerful moment of praise – one the family will not soon forget.
Where just over two weeks ago there was great uncertainty about Donovan's life and future, his loved ones could stand with him today and thank God for the grace of his continued recovery.
For Donovan and Louise it was a tangible reminder of the power of faith, the love of family and friends, and the prayers of thousands of South Africans.
"ALL GLORY TO GOD!"
Donovan and Louise once again express their sincere gratitude to the medical staff who cared for him with such skill, compassion and dedication, as well as every South African who has supported them and held them in prayer since the attack.
They do, however, have a special request:
"South Africa, please do not stop praying for us. We are incredibly grateful for how far the Lord has already brought us, but there is still a long road to recovery ahead. We still need your prayers. All glory to God for His great grace!"
PRAYERS FOR FRIDAY'S COURT PROCEEDINGS
The family also requests that South Africans pray especially for the court proceedings that will take place tomorrow, Friday 13 November 2026, in the Ventersdorp Magistrate's Court.
The four accused in connection with the attack on Donovan are expected to appear again for further bail proceedings.
The family asks for wisdom and guidance for the investigating team, the prosecution and the court, and trusts that the legal process will proceed properly.
Today, Donovan and Louise choose not to focus on the trauma of the past, but on the grace of the present and the hope for the future.
Their message to South Africa remains simple:
"Thank you for every prayer. Thank you for every message of love. Thank you for standing with us. Above all – all glory, praise and thanks to our Heavenly Father!"
ISSUED BY:
Steyn du Toit Ing.
This article is an automatic English translation of a Nuusflits article originally published in Afrikaans. Read the Afrikaans original.
