Johannesburg Sangoma Arrested After Discovery of Kutlwano Shalaba’s Body in Randburg

Rachel Harper3 weeks ago

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“Police Investigate Child Trafficking Case After Toddler’s Remains Found in Randburg”

South African authorities have made significant progress in a disturbing case involving a missing child, with two suspects now in custody following the discovery of remains in Randburg.

Kutlwano Shalaba, missing since November 2024, was found buried near a Randburg mine. Image: LuckyMhlambi4/X Source: Twitter

Case Details

The investigation concerns a 2-year-old boy reported missing in November 2024
Law enforcement officials located the child’s remains near a mining area
Two individuals are currently detained in connection with the case:
- The child’s mother (facing multiple charges)
- A 50-year-old traditional healer

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities report that:

The mother initially provided conflicting accounts about the child’s disappearance
Financial transactions are being examined as part of the case
Forensic analysis is underway to determine exact circumstances

Broader Context

His mother and a sangoma from Johannesburg have been arrested on charges related to the boy’s disappearance. Image: J_chabalala/X Source: Twitter

This tragic incident highlights the serious issue of missing children in South Africa:

Official statistics indicate thousands of missing child reports in recent years
Several high-profile cases remain unresolved
Authorities continue working to improve response systems

Public Resources

For community assistance:

SAPS Missing Persons Unit contact: 08600 10111
Support organizations available for concerned citizens

Source: Briefly News