Western Cape political killings ‘neglected’ WeekendArgus
Cape Town - Police Minister Bheki Cele has hailed the SAPS’ arrests in political assassinations in KwaZulu-Natal but Cape Town officials have questioned why similar strides haven’t been made in the Western Cape.An inter-ministerial committee was also formed by President Cyril Ramaphosa after the murder of ANC veteran and former ANC councillor in Msunduzi Municipality, Pietermaritzburg, Msawenkosi “Qashana” Mchunu, in May threatened to intensify political tensions in the KZN Midlands.
Fellow political leader Xolile Gwangxu was killed in June in Philippi East and Luyanda Mbele was killed outside his home in October. Mayco member for safety and security JP Smith for safety and security, said the lack of convictions was a problem.
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