By STAFF REPORTER
3 October 2026 – Not In My Name International (NIMNI) has expressed deep sorrow following the murder of twin boys in Mamelodi D6, near Pretoria, calling for a thorough investigation and justice for the two children. The boys were reportedly discovered by their mother with multiple stab wounds after she returned home from work on Friday.
NIMNI national spokesperson Boitumelo Thage said the organisation was standing with the family and the Mamelodi community during the difficult time. Thage said no mother should ever have to come home to such devastation.
“No words can fully express the pain of losing two children in this horrific manner. We extended condolences to the boys’ mother, family, friends and the wider Mamelodi community. Our team had been on site since the incident and was offering solidarity to the family.
“The organisation called on the South African Police Service (SAPS) to prioritise a thorough investigation and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. We call on the SAPS to prioritise a thorough investigation and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice,” she said.
Thage said they further call for urgent psychosocial support for their mother and all those affected by this tragedy. She added that NIMNI also urged anyone with information that could assist the investigation to approach the police.
“We appeal to the members of the public to respect the family’s privacy and dignity by refraining from sharing graphic images or spreading unverified information.
“The protection of children must be reflected in the safety of their homes and communities, the urgency of our institutions and our collective refusal to accept violence as ordinary. We mourn the two young lives and stood with their mother and family while calling for justice,” said Thage.
Meanwhile, the Gauteng police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said the police in Mamelodi West are investigating a double murder following the stabbing to death of twin siblings (14) at their home. Nevhuhulwi said on 2 October 2026, the police were called to the scene after the bodies of the twins were discovered inside a bedroom.
“The victims were found with multiple stab wounds. According to police, their mother reportedly discovered the children when she returned home from work. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, and no arrests have been made at this stage.
“The police investigations are continuing to establish what happened and identify those responsible. We can confirm the atrocity and appeal for anyone with information that could assist the investigation to come forward,” she said.
Nevhuhulwi further said the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident are unknown at this stage. She added that Police investigations are underway, and no one has been arrested.
“Members of the public with information are urged to contact the police or provide information anonymously through the appropriate police reporting channels,” said Nevhuhulwi.
