Minister Didiza condemns Northern Cape farm murder
Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Minister Thoko Didiza has learnt with shock the triple murder on a farm in Magogong, outside Hartwater in the Northern Cape.
The three victims were allegedly attacked by three suspects.
The Minister applauds the swift response by the South African Police Service who arrested the three suspects that allegedly robbed, kidnapped and murdered the victims.
The Minister said the arrest will bring confidence to our justice system and send a strong message to criminals that there is no place for criminal activities in our country.
"On behalf of the agricultural sector I wish convey our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the victims" remarked Minister Didiza.
The Minister would like to call on all stakeholders in the sector to remain alert and vigilant against farm attacks and killings as they negatively affect food security and food production.
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