Man convicted for murder of UDF activist in Chesterville
A man convicted for murdering a United Democratic Front teen activist more than three decades ago has been handed a 10-year prison sentence.
Wesley Madonsela shot and killed 17-year-old activist Siphelele Nxumalo in Chesterville in 1989.
Nxumalo's party was also affiliated with the ANC.
Natasha Kara, who's with the National Prosecuting Authority, says Madonesela disappeared after the murder.
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"Madonsela, who was allegedly part of an A-Team that worked with the Natal Security Branch, then disappeared after the murder but was eventually arrested and brought to court. In addition to the sentence, the court deemed Madonsela unfit to possess a firearm.
"The NPA welcomes the findings of the court. This is an example of the NPA's TRC Component's efforts in addressing the atrocities of apartheid crimes and getting justice for the victims and their families."
