Missing 12-year-old Ndzawulo Mabasa from Tiyani Village, Limpopo since Sunday, 26 October 2025
Police in Hlanganani, Limpopo are urgently searching for a 12-year-old boy named Ndzawulo Mabasa, who disappeared from his home in Tiyani Village, Mdono Section, on Sunday, 26 October 2025. Ndzawulo was last seen heading to a local barber shop for a haircut and has not been heard from or seen since. Despite extensive search efforts by the police and community members in and around Tiyani, the boy’s whereabouts remain unknown.
Key details of the search
- Missing Person: Ndzawulo Mabasa, a 12-year-old boy.
- Last Seen: Sunday, 26 October 2025.
- Location Last Seen: Tiyani Village, Mdono Section, Limpopo.
- Circumstances: Ndzawulo left his home to visit a nearby barber shop and never returned.
- Search Efforts: The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Hlanganani, along with community members, have conducted thorough searches in Tiyani and surrounding areas.
- Current Status: Ndzawulo Mabasa is still missing.
- Contact Information: Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Captain Marivate on 082 468 8673.
- Source: The information was reported by Limpopo Chronicle, available at this link.
Full summary of the story
The community of Tiyani Village in Limpopo is in distress following the disappearance of a 12-year-old boy, Ndzawulo Mabasa. Ndzawulo was last seen on Sunday, 26 October 2025, when he informed his family that he was going to a nearby barber shop for a haircut. Tragically, he never arrived at the barber shop, nor did he return home, sparking immediate concern among his family and neighbours. The South African Police Service in Hlanganani, working closely with local residents, has launched a dedicated search operation. These searches have covered Tiyani Village and its adjacent areas in an effort to find Ndzawulo. As of the latest reports, the boy remains missing, and police are appealing to the public for any information that could help locate him. Detective Captain Marivate is the primary point of contact for any leads.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: When was Ndzawulo Mabasa last seen?
A: Ndzawulo Mabasa was last seen on Sunday, 26 October 2025. - Q: Where is Tiyani Village located?
A: Tiyani Village is located in the Limpopo province of South Africa. - Q: What was Ndzawulo doing when he was last seen?
A: He was reportedly on his way to a local barber shop for a haircut. - Q: Who is conducting the search for Ndzawulo?
A: The search is being conducted by the police in Hlanganani, Limpopo, in collaboration with community members. - Q: What should I do if I have any information about Ndzawulo’s whereabouts?
A: You should contact Detective Captain Marivate at 082 468 8673. - Q: Is there a specific section within Tiyani Village that is mentioned?
A: Yes, Ndzawulo Mabasa is from the Mdono Section of Tiyani Village.
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