South Africa- Police in Kanana, near Orkney, are investigating a case of murder and an inquest following an incident in which a 23-year-old man allegedly stabbed his 8-year-old niece to death before taking his own life on Monday, 15 June 2026.
The motive for the incident is unknown at this stage, and investigations are continuing.
The South African Police Service, Acting Provincial Commissioner of North West, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, expressed his shock and sadness at the incident.
He said no child should ever become a victim of violence, particularly at the hands of a family member.
He emphasized that this tragic incident, just a day before Youth Day, serves as a painful reminder that violence in our homes and communities continues to rob innocent people of their lives.
He called upon all families and communities to remain vigilant and to seek assistance when signs of emotional distress, conflict or abuse become apparent and said that Gender-Based Violence and related forms of domestic violence remain a societal crisis that requires a collective response from all sectors of society.
