Johnson Progress

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has released the names of 20 Zimbabweans who died in a recent mine disaster in South Africa.

The victims were part of a group involved in illegal mining activities, and their bodies remain unclaimed in South African mortuaries.

The ZRP is working closely with South African authorities to identify the relatives of the deceased and is appealing for the public’s help.

ZRP national spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said, “The public’s assistance is crucial in this tragic matter. We urge anyone with knowledge of their relatives or associates to urgently contact the ZRP.”

The ZRP has released a partial list of the deceased, which includes names such as Bothwell Mlambo, Bobo Sithole, Gladman
Mlambo, Blessing Mlambo, Sherpherd Unknown, Kenisa Majoni, Bernard Mamombe, Trust Makitisa, Lazarus Ziyaduna, Jairosi Pasa, Enes Mahachi, Moses Chiduma, Thomas Chipanza, Jack Mlambo Maeza, Tendai Mubaiba, Pindirai Dumbarimwe, Mabishengs Mutubuki, Tinashe Shangure, Tafadzwa Ndlovu and Justice Mwapinda.

However, many of the victims remain without known next of kin, making it difficult to identify them.

Commissioner Nyathi said, “Concrete information points to the fact that these individuals are Zimbabwean nationals.

“We appeal to anyone with knowledge of their relatives or associates to urgently contact the ZRP.”

Relatives and concerned parties can contact the National Complaints Desk on (0242) 703631, WhatsApp 0712 800197, or report to any nearest police station.

Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the deaths are ongoing.

Commissioner Nyathi emphasized the importance of identifying the victims, saying, “This is not just about identification; it’s about giving closure to grieving families.”

The ZRP is working to ensure that the victims are identified and their families are notified, and is counting on the public’s help to achieve this.”