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DPM’s office supports grieving families in Mphini and Jericho

Adekunle Owolabi by Adekunle Owolabi
June 5, 2025
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Deputy Prime Minister’s office support: Officials deliver food and essential supplies to the Vilakati family in Mphini following the tragic death of five-year-old Bandile Kwinika, while also offering condolences to the Nxumalo family in Jericho after the loss of Tifezile Gwebu.

Deputy Prime Minister’s office support: Officials deliver food and essential supplies to the Vilakati family in Mphini following the tragic death of five-year-old Bandile Kwinika, while also offering condolences to the Nxumalo family in Jericho after the loss of Tifezile Gwebu.

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MPHINI – The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister has reached out to two grieving families following the brutal killings of two children in separate incidents that have shocked local communities.

Yesterday, officials visited the Vilakati homestead in Mphini to console the family of five-year-old Bandile Kwinika, who was abducted on his way to Mphini Primary School and later found murdered. The child had been reported missing before the discovery of his lifeless body, sending waves of grief and anger through the village.

Deputy Prime Minister’s office support: Officials deliver food and essential supplies to the Vilakati family in Mphini following the tragic death of five-year-old Bandile Kwinika, while also offering condolences to the Nxumalo family in Jericho after the loss of Tifezile Gwebu.
Deputy Prime Minister’s office support: Officials deliver food and essential supplies to the Vilakati family in Mphini following the tragic death of five-year-old Bandile Kwinika, while also offering condolences to the Nxumalo family in Jericho after the loss of Tifezile Gwebu.

Family members shared their immediate needs for food and burial assistance as they prepare for Bandile’s funeral scheduled for this weekend. In response, the Office delivered food parcels and other essential supplies while coordinating additional support to ensure the funeral goes ahead without further hardship.

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The Deputy Prime Minister’s team also visited the Nxumalo homestead in Jericho to extend condolences after the shocking death of Tifezile Gwebu, who was found beheaded after being missing for several days. Her funeral plans remain pending as authorities await the outcome of a post-mortem examination.

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Both communities remain in mourning as investigations into the murders continue.

Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi is a journalist, political analyst, and digital strategist with experience across Africa and the Middle East. He focuses on international diplomacy, promotes digital inclusion, and advocates for a borderless Africa.

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