Condemnation of Murder of Former Councillor Nyaniso Jindela and Escalating Violence in Kayamandi and Cloetesville

Mr. Jindela, a former Stellenbosch Councillor and Deputy Mayor, was a prominent figure in local governance who played a significant role in serving the Kayamandi community. His death is a painful reminder of the deepening crisis of violence gripping our communities.

We are aware that Mr. Jindela was reportedly a suspect in the ongoing investigation into the 2022 murder of another former Deputy Mayor of Stellenbosch.

While the legal process must take its course and no individual should be presumed guilty outside of due process, his killing; under such circumstances, raises urgent questions about the state of law enforcement, witness protection, and community safety.

This incident follows closely on the heels of the brutal murders of a young man over the weekend in Cloetesville, that of a private security officer in the same area just two weeks ago, as well as the shooting of another political figure in Khayamandi.

These are not isolated events, they are part of a pattern of escalating violence that has left residents living in fear.

We call on the South African Police Service (SAPS) to prioritise a full, transparent investigation into Mr. Jindela’s murder and the broader series of violent incidents in the area. We urge the Stellenbosch Municipality and provincial authorities to act decisively in restoring safety and public trust, particularly in historically neglected communities like Kayamandi and Stellenbosch at large. We also urge that all murders be condemned and not just those of prominent figures.

Our condolences go out to Mr. Jindela’s family, to the families of others affected by this violence, and to the residents of Kayamandi who continue to endure its devastating impact. We must break the cycle, not only of crime but of impunity.

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