New York: The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr. Xola Nqola, welcomed the sentence of long-term imprisonment for the man who was found guilty of murdering ANCYL secretary-general, Mr. Sindiso Magaqa, a former ANC Youth League Secretary-General and dedicated public servant.
According to African Press Organization, Mr. Nqola stated that the conviction and the 25-year sentence mark a significant moment for the rule of law in South Africa. He emphasized that this outcome reinforces the nation's collective belief that justice must be served, regardless of time, influence, or status.
Mr. Ncengwa admitted his involvement in a group of men who were paid R120,000 to kill Mr. Magaqa in 2017. He further implicated several individuals in the crime, including the former city manager of the Umzimkhulu municipality, Mr. Zweliphansi Skhosana; the ex-mayor, Mr. Mluleki Ndobe, who has since passed on, and former journalist and eThekwini municipality communications manager, Mr. Mdu Ncalane.