By BAKANG MOKOTO
17 December 2025- The African National Congress (ANC) calls for maximum speed and determination to apprehend and prosecute the criminals responsible for the brutal and shocking murder of beloved radio and music personality, Warrick DJ Warras Stock. The party said his life was tragically cut short in a targeted act of violence in Johannesburg’s Central Business District on 16 December 2025.
The ANC national spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu said this heinous crime is a direct attack on the very fabric of the society and underscores the urgent crisis of criminality and lawlessness plaguing the inner cities. Bhengu said DJ Warras was a courageous and vocal champion for the rule of law, dedicating his platform to the vital struggle against the illegal occupation and hijacking of buildings.
“He stood boldly against those who seek to condemn our urban centres to chaos and fear. We call on the South African Police Service to treat this case with the highest priority.
“Every resource, including the CCTV footage under review, must be leveraged to ensure swift arrests and a watertight prosecution. There can be no sanctuary for those who believe they can silence activists and terrorise communities with impunity,” she said.
Bhengu further said the ANC urges active citizenship in the fight against crime. She added that they call on every community member, every business and every individual with any information pertaining to this murder or to the networks engaged in building hijackings and related violence, to come forward immediately and assist the police.
“Silence is complicity. Only through a united front, where the state and its citizens work in concert, can we reclaim our public spaces and restore safety.
“In paying tribute to DJ Warras, we remember a man of immense talent, energy, and conviction. His voice was not only one of entertainment but of conscience, amplifying the struggle for a lawful and vibrant Johannesburg,” said Bhengu.
She said his contributions to the nation’s cultural life and his fearless advocacy have left an indelible mark. Bhengu said the joy he brought to countless listeners and his commitment to a better city will be his enduring legacy.
“To the family, friends, colleagues, and legions of fans of DJ Warras, the ANC extends its most profound and heartfelt condolences. Our nation shares in your anguish and grief.
“May you find some solace in the immense outpouring of love and respect for Warras and in the knowledge that his fight for a safer, more just society will be continued with renewed vigour. We stand with you in this time of unimaginable pain,” she said.
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