DWS calls on law enforcement to find culprits linked to Machitje’s death

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called for law enforcement agencies to leave no stone unturned in finding the culprits responsible for the murder of Sello Machitje. The department said it has learnt with shock and sadness of the tragic passing of Machitje, who went missing after an alleged hijacking and abduction on 8 July 2024. Machitje's vehicle was later recovered on the same day in Alexandra township, Johannesburg. The department was informed that Machitje's lifeless body was discovered in an open field in Bekkersdal, Westonaria, on Thursday, 18, July 2024. According to the department, on the day of his disappearance, Machitje, who a Deputy Director responsible for management accounting in the Water Trading Entity of the DWS, was traveling to the Eastern Cape on a work assignment. 'The department currently does not have further details, as the matter is being handled by the law enforcement authorities,' the department said in a statement. The department conveys its condolences to Ma chitje's family and loved ones, and the colleagues in the department. The department has urged law enforcement agencies to leave no stone unturned in finding those responsible for this heinous deed. 'Out of respect for the family and to allow authorities to investigate this highly sensitive and tragic incident, DWS will not comment any further on the matter at this moment,' the department said. Source: South African Government News Agency