DA pushes the Kempton Park killings reward to R900 000

The reward for information in the investigation into the deaths of eight women in Ekurhuleni could rise to R900 000, after the Democratic Alliance (DA) offered an additional R500 000.

Police announced a R400 000 reward on Tuesday, 15 September, as investigators intensified efforts to establish what happened to the women whose bodies were discovered across parts of Ekurhuleni. SAPS statement on the investigation

The DA said its proposed contribution was intended to encourage people with useful information to come forward.

‘The DA is adding an extra reason for all relevant information to be handed over now, to address this crisis quickly. Ekurhuleni cannot wait. Women cannot wait. Justice cannot wait,’ the party said, according to eNCA’s report.

Police response expands across Ekurhuleni

The latest police response includes a high-level multidisciplinary team bringing together specialist investigators and other resources. Authorities have also announced increased visibility through Operation Shanela in Kempton Park and surrounding areas.

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia said police would ‘massively expand’ visibility, while warning that investigators have yet to establish whether the deaths are connected.

The number of cases rose to eight after another body was discovered in the wider Ekurhuleni area. Police have urged anyone with information, as well as families searching for missing relatives, to use official channels.

The developments have also been accompanied by warnings over unverified claims circulating on social media, with police urging the public to rely on confirmed information while the investigation continues.