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The Ministers responsible for water from the four Orange–Senqu River Basin states have reiterated their shared commitment to safeguarding the river basin as a strategic resource underpinning regional water security, climate resilience, economic development, and ecological sustainability.

The Ministers from the Republic of Botswana, the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of Namibia, and the Republic of South Africa recently met in Gaborone, Botswana, for the 8th Ordinary Meeting of the Orange–Senqu River Commission (ORASECOM) Forum of the Parties.

According to a communiqué, the meeting reviewed progress on the cooperative management, development, and protection of the basin’s shared water resources and set strategic priorities to guide ORASECOM’s ongoing programmes.

The Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to cooperative governance of the basin and welcomed significant progress achieved since the 2023 Forum held in the City of Tshwane, South Africa.
Among the key achievements noted are:

•    Advancement of the Revised ORASECOM Agreement: Ministers noted progress towards the ratification of the revised 2018 Agreement, which aims to modernise and strengthen the Commission’s legal and institutional framework to better respond to contemporary water challenges.
•    Prioritising sanitation and water quality: The Ministers acknowledged the integration of sanitation into the next Integrated Water Resources Management and Investment Plan (2026–2035). This will ensure coordinated action on pollution, water quality monitoring, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) services, and cross-sectoral coordination. 
•    Improving flow conditions in the Lower Orange–Senqu: The Ministers noted progress toward the Noordoewer/Vioolsdrift Dam Bridging Feasibility Study. With ORASECOM designated as the Project Executing Agency, procurement of the technical consultant is now underway.

Progress made
The Forum commended the Commission for delivering significant basin-wide initiatives, including:
Lesotho–Botswana Water Transfer Project (L-BWTP)
This flagship, multi-country water security project has completed both its pre-feasibility phase and the Dam Technical Feasibility Study. Outstanding work, including the technical study of the Water Conveyance System (WCS), Environmental and Social Assessments for both dam and conveyance infrastructure, and financial, legal, and institutional assessments, is expected to conclude by mid-2027.

Successful hosting of the 2025 Investment Conference
Held in Maseru in May 2025, the conference mobilised high-level political commitment and enhanced engagement with development partners, financiers, and private-sector actors focused on climate-resilient water investments.

Completion of the UNDP-GEF SAP Implementation Project
Field projects in all four countries delivered tangible community and ecosystem benefits—groundwater desalination in Botswana, improved water-quality monitoring in Lesotho, and the development of an estuarine management plan in South Africa.

Initiation of the ORASECOM Water Fund
The Ministers welcomed the progress toward establishing a dedicated long-term financing mechanism to support basin restoration, water security, and climate resilience. A Project Identification Form has been submitted to the Global Environment Facility to support further development.

Advancing gender leadership in water diplomacy
The Forum commended ongoing efforts to strengthen the Women in Water Diplomacy Network in the basin, acknowledging recent appointments of basin representatives to the Network’s Global Council.

The Ministers also reviewed the Commission’s financial status and expressed appreciation for continued support from international partners, including the African Development Bank and the Government of Germany. They encouraged sustained resource mobilisation and broader partnerships to secure long-term programme delivery.

Cooperation
The forum further welcomed steady progress within existing cooperation frameworks, including the Permanent Water Commission (Namibia–South Africa), the Lesotho Highlands Water Commission, and the Botswana–South Africa Joint Permanent Technical Commission, highlighting the value of technical collaboration and shared management across the river basin.

The 9th Ordinary Meeting of the Forum of the Parties will be held in 2026 by the Kingdom of Lesotho. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille on Monday welcomed the launch of Qantas Airways’ new direct flight between Johannesburg and Perth adding that it will boost tourism and trade.

De Lille said the move will also people-to-people relations between South Africa and Australia.

The launch took place in Johannesburg and was attended by the Australian Minister for Trade and Tourism, Don Farrell, Australian High Commissioner, Tegan Brink and senior executives from Qantas, South African Tourism, the Gauteng Tourism Authority and the Tourism Business Council of South Africa.

De Lille said the new direct route represents more than just an addition to South Africa’s air network. 

“This is not just a new connection on a route map; it is a bridge between two nations, two peoples, and two tourism markets with enormous potential. It unlocks deeper collaboration, increased two-way travel, and stronger people-to-people ties,” she said.

The launch follows shortly after South Africa’s successful hosting of the G20 Summit in November, a milestone which showcased the country’s capability as a world-class Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) destination. 

“The world recently saw a confident, warm, and capable South Africa, able to host global leaders with distinction. This momentum is carried forward through initiatives like expanded air connectivity.

She further emphasised that increased air connectivity remains a central pillar of the Tourism Growth Partnership Plan 2025-2029, particularly under its ease-of-access focus area, which addresses air routes, visa systems, and the removal of travel barriers.
The latest aviation data reflects strong recovery and expansion:
• International seat capacity now stands at 8.5 million, a 9.1% increase over 2024.
• 4.6 million seats are allocated to long-haul routes and 3.9 million to short-haul routes.
• Double-digit seat growth has been recorded since June 2025.

“This is airlift expansion at scale, backed by policy, planning and strong partnerships,” the Minister said.
Strengthening connectivity 
The Johannesburg–Perth service significantly strengthens South Africa’s connectivity with the Oceania region and is expected to play a critical role in growing inbound business events and leisure tourism.

It also provides improved access ahead of major industry events such as Meetings Africa 2026 and Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026.
The route will also benefit South Africans travelling to Australia for business, education and family purposes, reinforcing two-way mobility and economic participation. 

Tourism performance from Australia continues to show strong growth:
• Arrivals from Australia in 2025 are nearly 30% higher than in 2024.
• Arrivals are now 10% above pre-COVID levels, signalling not only recovery but sustained expansion.

The new direct flight is also expected to play a strategic role as South Africa prepares to host major international sporting events, including the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2027, further strengthening sporting and cultural ties between the two nations.

“Sport has always been a powerful bridge between South Africa and Australia. This service strengthens that bond even further,” the Minister said.

Minister De Lille further highlighted that South African Tourism will work closely with Qantas and industry partners to stimulate demand and ensure the long-term success of the route, while also positioning South Africa as an accessible gateway for travellers from across the wider Oceania region, including New Zealand.

“South Africa is rising. Tourism is thriving. And the world is taking notice. This new route brings new opportunities, new partnerships, and new travellers. South Africa awaits, and we cannot wait to welcome visitors who will arrive because of this flight,” the Minister concluded. – SAnews.gov.za
 

 

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The Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, has joined the nation in mourning the passing of Dr Jennifer Anne Glennie.

Glennie passed away in a car accident on Tuesday, 2 December 2025, at the age of 75. She was born in Johannesburg and graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand with a first-class Honours degree in pure mathematics in 1971.

According to Nzimande, Glennie, who trained as a mathematician, was not only a distinguished and lifelong progressive educationalist but also a tireless advocate for social justice. 

The Minister praised the late mathematician for her immeasurable contribution to ensuring equal access to education for all and to the transformation of society.

“At the height of the anti-apartheid struggle, she initiated and participated in the formation of a number of progressive education initiatives and projects.” 

Through Khanya College, which was popularly known as the “people’s college”, Nzimande said she contributed to empowering black young people from marginalised communities and preparing them for university education.

According to the Minister, her intervention laid the basis for future policy thinking on the transformative power of people’s education and fed into and deeply informed the formation of the National Education Crisis Committee (NECC) in 1986 and its declaration for a radically new people’s education system.

In later years, as the founding Director of the South African Institute of Distance Education (SAIDE), she championed innovative and inclusive solutions, including the African Storybook initiative, which promotes home-language literacy for African children.

In her roles as a member of the Council for Higher Education (CHE), Council and Broad Transformation Forum Member at the University of South Africa (UNISA) and Council Member at Sol Plaatje University, she made a significant contribution to shaping and strengthening higher education policy and governance in our country.

Owing to her lifelong commitment to educational development and social justice, the Minister said Glennie was a recipient of a number of prestigious national and international honours.

These include being appointed as a Fellow of the International Commonwealth of Learning, the Chancellor’s Medal from the University of Pretoria for her contribution to education and the African Council for Distance Education Legacy Service Award for her exceptional contribution to the field of open distance and e-learning.

“It is also worth pointing out that her work in the field of education contributed to significant advances in related areas such as reading for meaning, technology for education, mother tongue-education and decolonisation.

“Her indefatigable and visionary educational activism over the past five decades also intersected with the various grassroots interventions that were implemented by the liberation movement during the dark days of apartheid, under the vision of ‘A People’s Education for People’s Power.’” 

Nzimande believes that the totality of her work contributed to a much larger goal, building South Africa into a country where all its citizens can realise their potential, regardless of their race, gender, class, religion, or area of residence.

“The passing of Dr Glennie constitutes an incalculable loss to our country’s education and science fraternity.

“Those of us who worked with her will remember her as an irrepressible activist and ethical public servant, who dedicated her knowledge and skills to the building of a humane and just country and world.”– SAnews.gov.za

 

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National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola says the police have identified three persons of interest that they believe can assist in solving the murder case of Marius Van Der Merwe.

“We are closing in on these suspects as our investigations reach a very advanced and sensitive stage,” General Masemola said on Monday.

Addressing the media after visiting the family of Van der Merwe in Brakpan, Ekurhuleni, Masemola said linked to the murder of Van Der Merwe, the police are investigating two other cases which is the murder case in Duduza and the attempted murder of Van Der Merwe in September 2025 in which he indicated that there were two white males that were following him in a Mahindra Bakkie.

“We are still looking for the murder weapon that was used in the commission of this crime,” the Commissioner said.

The possible motive for the murder is still under investigation. Additionally, the police have found a vehicle they believe was used in the commission of the crimes.

“At this stage, we do believe that the white Chevrolet bakkie that was abandoned in Alexandra township, right here in Johannesburg fits the description of the vehicle that we have been looking for,” he said.

According to a police preliminary investigation, the vehicle was abandoned on Saturday morning by two men, just hours after Van Der Merwe was shot and killed on Friday evening.

“Our crime scene experts as well as our vehicle crime investigation unit were at the scene in Alexandra where the car was found. The car was found on a gravel dead end road, amongst shacks. We have taken the car to our forensic laboratory for further analysis.” 

Van der Merwe was a Brakpan-based security industry member and former Ekhurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department official. He was shot multiple times in full view of his family outside their Brakpan home.

Van der Merwe had testified at the Madlanga Commission as Witness D.

Prior to visiting the Van der Merwe family, Masemola visited the Saulsville mass shooting scene west of Pretoria.

READ | Police Commissioner to visit Saulsville mass shooting scene

Masemola said the investigating team is confident that there will soon be a breakthrough in the case. 

“We are still investigating the motive of this incident, we do have an idea of what may have led to this incident, however intelligence is still gathering and analysing information that has been received.

“We have registered 12 counts of murder and 13 counts of attempted murder cases. We have also charged the owner of the room who is one of the injured and is in hospital for operating a tavern without a valid liquor license,” he said.

In the Saulsville incident, police confirmed that 11 of those shot suffered fatal injuries, with the latest victim having succumbed to injuries while being treated at Kalafong hospital where all the victims had been taken to.

Among the dead are a three-year-old and a 12-year-old child. The 14 others that were injured and are being treated in hospital. 

The Commissioner said three suspects are still at large, but the detectives and uniformed police are working around the clock to find the killers.  – SAnews.gov.za
 

 

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Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande has held one-on-one meetings with the leadership of his department’s entities as part of efforts to enhance the impact and visibility of the department.

Held last week, the discussions followed a special meeting held in August with the Chairpersons and CEOs of the entities under the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI).

At the meeting in August, Nzimande emphasised the importance of upholding good governance among the leaders of these entities. This includes combating corruption, minimising waste, and promoting transformation within the department’s organisations.

The Minister also stressed the need for continuous improvement in the relationship and communication between the department and its entities.

He highlighted that the National System of Innovation (NSI) must be adaptable to the evolving domestic economic and geopolitical landscape.

After the commitments made during the August meeting, and with the support of DSTI Director-General Dr Mlungisi Cele and the senior management team, the Minister met last week with the boards and executives of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), the National Research Foundation (NRF), the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), and the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC).

“Guided by the White Paper and the Decadal Plan for Science, Technology and Innovation, as well as the ever-changing external environment, we will continue to make bold and decisive shifts in the focus areas of our department and its entities,” Nzimande said.

He further emphasised the need to continually redefine the role of the DSTI and its entities to combat the perception of elitism and to enhance the national impact of their work.

“As part of this strategic repositioning, we have recently adopted a new departmental mantra: ‘Placing Science, Technology, and Innovation at the centre of Government, Education, Industry, and Society.’ The realisation of our mantra relies on several critical enablers, including the need to significantly elevate the scale and profile of our work.”

These ministerial engagements with DSTI entities aim to address key issues identified in various performance reports, including the 2020-2025 end-term assessment, the 2024/25 annual reports, and the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation’s 2024 online self-assessment tool.

The outcomes of these meetings are intended to provide feedback to the entities for developing the 2026/27 annual performance plans (APPs) and, if necessary, revising the 2025-2030 strategic plans.

The outcomes will also be incorporated into the second draft of the APPs, which are due for submission to the department by 16 January 2026.

Further ministerial engagements will occur with other DSTI entities during the first half of 2026.

“More broadly, these engagements are part of Minister Nzimande’s long-term goal of empowering the DSTI and its entities to make bold, impactful changes that will enhance the role of science, technology, and innovation in improving the well-being of our society,” said the department. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba says the city is prepared to welcome more than a million visitors and deliver a safe, vibrant, and memorable festive season.

Xaba unveiled the city’s Festive Season Management Plan, which outlined major improvements in service delivery, strengthened safety measures, and a robust tourism programme designed to deliver what the city has branded an “Endless Waves of Tranquillity” festive experience.

Xaba said this year’s festive season comes at a time of renewed optimism for Durban, especially following significant progress in water and sanitation services. For the first time in five years, all major bulk water reservoirs, including Durban Heights, Wiggins, and Midmar Treatment Works, are operating at full capacity.

“This means that communities in the north, south, and central regions will enjoy uninterrupted water supply during this period and beyond,” Xaba said.

Xaba reported strong improvements in coastal management, noting that water quality tests confirmed all 23 of Durban’s bathing beaches are safe for swimming.

“We reiterate to our visitors and residents that all our beaches are open and safe. Since the 2022 floods, we have worked diligently to repair and upgrade sewer infrastructure, particularly systems affecting our coastline.

“We continue to monitor beach water quality through weekly testing, and we are confident that this progress puts us firmly on the path toward achieving Blue Flag status. We are also pleased to report that more than 40 swimming pools will be open to the public, including the popular Children’s Amusement Centre pool,” Xaba said.

Misinformation

The Mayor condemned what he described as ongoing “smear campaigns” aimed at discouraging tourists from visiting Durban, including the spread of misinformation about beach water results.

“Let me state categorically: we are fully transparent with our beach water results, which we publish regularly on our website. We also welcome collaboration with independent laboratories for joint testing to verify and compare results,” he said.

Over one million visitors expected

Xaba said the city expects to welcome 1.3 million visitors this summer, generating a direct spend of more than R341 million and contributing a total contribution of R845 million to gross domestic product (GDP).

“This economic activity will help create over 15 000 jobs and generate more than R630 million in taxes. Tourism continues an upward economic trajectory. Recent data from South African Tourism shows exceptional growth across both domestic and international markets.

“Domestic tourism spend increased by 28%, reaching R8.4 billion between January and October 2025, driven by a growing demand for experience-led activities. International visitor spend rose by 29% to R1.1 billion, supported by high-growth markets such as Australia, the UAE, and Botswana,” Xaba said.

A festive programme “like no other”

This year’s festive season features a packed entertainment line-up, including the Durban Jazz Festival, Fact Durban Rocks New Year’s Celebration, Ladysmith Black Mambazo Christmas Special, and the “Anywhere In Your City” programme.

“We will also host a series of precinct activations during the festive season, including the City Street Carnival, Christmas lighting displays, the revival of major hotel celebrations, and New Year’s Eve fireworks at the beachfront. With the cruise season having officially commenced in November, Durban is welcoming a spectacular lineup of vessels and a diverse influx of international tourists.”

Enhanced law-enforcement visibility

The Mayor further assured all visitors that there will be enhanced law-enforcement visibility across the city, with increased policing in entertainment areas.

“Multidisciplinary operations, including roadblocks, focusing on reckless driving, unroadworthy vehicles and drinking and driving, will be conducted. Over 2 000 officers will be deployed for day and night-time patrols on freeways, the beachfront, shopping centres, and crime hotspots. These efforts are supported by our network of more than 500 CCTV cameras.

“To further strengthen safety, our newly established Coastal and Tourism Policing Unit will patrol 100 kilometres of coastline, from Umkhomazi in the south to Westbrook in the north. This unit underscores our commitment to ensuring that both residents and visitors enjoy a safe environment in our beaches,” the mayor said.

To increase beachfront safety and service capacity, the city has hired 650 seasonal staff, including 78 lifeguards, 135 litter pickers, 67 beach guides, 70 pool supervisors, 113 pool attendants, 43 childminders, and 135 security guards

Additional measures include seven tents for separated children, an overnight facility at Ellis Brown Primary School, and 200 000 armbands to help identify lost children.

With strengthened infrastructure, expanded safety measures, and an extensive holiday entertainment programme, Xaba expressed full confidence in the city’s festive season readiness.

“With all these measures in place, we are confident that we will deliver a safe, vibrant, and memorable festive season. Durban is ready.” – SAnews.gov.za
 

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As South Africa commemorates Reconciliation Month in December, government has called on South Africans to deepen their commitment to unity, healing, forgiveness and nation-building.

Government further encouraged citizens to ensure that the values of reconciliation remain central to South Africa’s shared future.

This was shared by Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie during the launch of this year’s national commemoration, which will be taking place on Tuesday, 16 December 2025 at the Ncome Museum, Nquthu Local Municipality, within the uMzinyathi District in the KwaZulu-Natal Province.

Located at the Battle of Blood River heritage site, the Ncome Museum offers a powerful and symbolic setting for the 2025 National Day of Reconciliation.

It is here that the 1838 battle between the Voortrekker forces and the Zulu Kingdom unfolded in a historical event that shaped differing and often divisive commemorative practices for more than a century.

Before 1995, 16 December was commemorated separately and divisively as Dingane’s Day or the Day of the Covenant, reflecting the fractured historical landscape of colonial and apartheid South Africa.

In 1995, the democratic government redefined the day as the National Day of Reconciliation, transforming it from a symbol of division into a unifying platform for truth, justice, dialogue, healing, and shared nationhood.

Hosting the 2025 programme at Ncome reaffirms this commitment and the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has urged the nation to engage honestly with its complex past while advancing a future rooted in inclusion, understanding and unity.

“Reconciliation Month is not merely a date on our national calendar. It is a national mirror. This year, we return to Ncome not to reopen old wounds, but to reaffirm our promise to future generations that South Africa shall never again be divided by hatred, injustice or exclusion,” the Minister said.

He emphasised that while government can create platforms for dialogue, healing and nation-building, the real work belongs to the people themselves.

“Government can open the space for engagement, but reconciliation is a responsibility that rests with every South African. Our mission now is to build a future where our children inherit unity, not division,” the Minister said.

Building on the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, government continues to implement programmes that promote social cohesion and democratic participation.

These efforts are guided by the Medium-Term Strategic Framework and the Medium-Term Development Plan under the Government of National Unity (GNU). 

The GNU’s core principles are nation-building, social cohesion, non-racialism, non-sexism, unity, and shared governance, providing a strengthened platform for advancing national healing.

In the lead-up to National Reconciliation Day, various government departments and entities will host a series of activities to commemorate the month.

“Government calls on all South Africans and citizens to participate in Reconciliation Month activities in their communities and continue engaging in robust and honest conversations towards commitment to unity, healing, forgiveness, and nation-building,” the department said. -SAnews.gov.za

 

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The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has held a high-level strategic meeting with civil society and key stakeholders in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro in the Eastern Cape.

The gathering that was held at the weekend followed the department’s appointment of a 10-member team, in accordance with Section 154(1) of the Constitution, to assist the city council in improving governance and facilitating service delivery.

The engagement brought together representatives from the National CoGTA, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, Eastern Cape CoGTA, the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber, civil society groups, and other important stakeholders.

The civil society coalition emphasised that it is non-partisan and represents the interests of the community, while participants highlighted several critical issues, including the ongoing instability in municipal leadership, persistent shortcomings in service delivery, and the deterioration of essential infrastructure. 

They also expressed concern about the perceived neglect of young people’s voices in important development decisions, rising crime rates, unsafe road conditions, and challenges related to water supply and sanitation systems. 

In addition, there were worries about the electricity supply and associated issues.

“The coalition, along with the Business Chamber, stressed the importance of transparent governance, operational efficiency, and strengthened partnerships to restore investor confidence, protect manufacturing industries, and drive economic growth,” the statement read.  

According to the department, the faith-based representatives highlighted the link between economic challenges, poverty, and inequality, calling for greater collaboration, partnerships, and community-focused solutions. 

Transparency, inclusivity in oversight, and stakeholder engagement were also prioritised during discussions. 

Hlabisa stressed the importance of merit-based appointments, stating that “positions in government must be filled by people with the right qualifications and competencies. Cadre deployment must be done away with to ensure effective service delivery and good governance.”

Mayor Babalwa Lobishe highlighted initiatives already underway to strengthen the municipality, including filling key vacant positions and improving systems and structures to enhance service delivery. 

She also announced the facilitation of a Youth Consultative Forum to engage young people in the development agenda. 

“The mayor committed to ongoing engagement with all stakeholders and emphasised consequence management for officials implicated in wrongdoing.” 

According to the department, the Section 154 support, which deployed 10 experts, will diagnose challenges, identify gaps, and enhance municipal capacity.

The Minister explained the difference between Section 139 and Section 154 interventions, noting the importance of timely support to ensure the municipality meets its objectives.

Hlabisa also stressed the urgent social issues facing the metro, including crime, gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), as well as the pervasive effects of alcohol, drugs, and substance abuse.

“Crime, GBVF, and substance abuse pose serious threats to the safety and well-being of our communities. We cannot separate social challenges from economic and governance issues. It is essential for government, civil society, religious institutions, and communities to work together to protect our people, especially women and children and to build safer, healthier communities,” he said.

The Mayor is expected to meet with all stakeholders in early 2026 to discuss a plan of action aimed at revitalising the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and promoting sustainable development for the community.

In closing, the Minister reaffirmed government’s commitment to working with the people of Nelson Mandela Bay to build a stable, inclusive, and thriving municipality. – SAnews.gov.za

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The South African Police Service’s (SAPS) National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola will today visit Saulsville hostel, west of Pretoria where 25 people were shot at the weekend.

Police confirmed that 11 of those shot suffered fatal injuries, with the latest victim having succumbed to injuries while being treated at Kalafong hospital where all the victims had been taken to.

Among the dead are a three-year-old and a 12-year-old child. The 14 others that were injured and are being treated in hospital.

From Saulsville, General Mosemola will proceed to Brakpan, in Ekurhuleni where “Witness D” was shot and killed on Friday evening.

READ | Police launch manhunt for suspects who fatally shot Witness D

Witness D recently appeared before the Madlanga Commission sitting in Pretoria.

Police said that evidence gathered at the scene confirmed an AK47 automatic rifle was used in the commission of the crime.

According to a preliminary investigation, Witness D arrived at his home just after 20:30 with his wife and as he was about to open the gate, he was shot and sustained wounds to his upper body. 

“He was certified dead at the scene. His wife, who was a passenger in the car, escaped unharmed and it should be noted that nothing was taken from Witness D, seeing that his firearm, cell phone and wallet were still in his possession,” the police said in a statement.

A case of murder has been registered, and police have launched a manhunt for the person who ordered the hit as well as the hitmen who shot and killed Witness D. Police are also looking for the murder weapon. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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