NMB District Youth Crime Prevention Board

Yesterday, the Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk stood shoulder to shoulder with students at the Security, Safety & Student Wellness Event hosted at Nelson Mandela University’s Bird Street Campus.

The turnout was overwhelming. Lecture halls filled with young people who came not just to listen, but to speak, to challenge, and to lead. Together with the University, the South African Police Service, and the Student Representative Council, Nelson Mandela Bay Pride, we confronted the realities students face daily: crime, fear, and the urgent need for safe spaces to learn and grow.

This was not a tick-box event. It was a declaration. A declaration that the safety of our students is non-negotiable. A declaration that young people are not just victims of crime, but powerful partners in preventing it. We spoke about inclusiveness, belonging, and the programs that can turn campuses into fortresses of opportunity, not fear.

To every student who filled the room: we see you, we hear you, and we are with you. To SAPS and NMU leadership: your commitment matters. To the SRC: your advocacy drives us.

This is the work of the Youth Crime Prevention Desk. We do not sit in offices. We are on the ground, in the halls, with the youth. Yesterday proved what happens when we unite. Nelson Mandela Bay will be safer because of it.

The work continues. The movement grows.

NELSON MANDELA BAY DISTRICT
YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION DESK

STATEMENT OF CONDEMNATION

Date: 20 April 2026

WE ARE ANGRY. WE ARE HURTING. AND WE CONDEMN THIS.

The Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk condemns, in the strongest terms, the execution-style murders of Sandile Ngoqo, 22, and Mazizi Ntshibilili, 19.

They left home on 16 April 2026. By 17 April, both were dead. Shot. Dumped. Gone.

NO ONE DESERVES THIS. No mother should identify her child’s body. No father should bury his son like this. This is not gangsterism — this is evil. This is cowardice.

TO THE FAMILIES: We see your pain. We stand with you. We are asking every single person in this Metro: GIVE THESE FAMILIES PRIVACY. GIVE THEM RESPECT. GIVE THEM SPACE TO GRIEVE. Stop sharing photos. Stop sharing rumours. Stop making their worst day your entertainment.

TO THIS COMMUNITY: We are the Youth Crime Prevention Desk. This is our mandate. And we are telling you now — ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. These killers walk among us. They buy bread at the same shops. They sleep in our neighbourhoods. And they will kill again if we protect them with silence.

WE ARE CALLING YOU OUT: If you know something, YOU ARE NOW PART OF THE PROBLEM IF YOU STAY QUIET. Come forward. Speak to SAPS. Speak to us. Speak to a pastor. But SPEAK.

Crime prevention is not SAPS’ job alone. It’s ours. It’s yours. _Siya Sebenza_ means we ALL work.

TO SAPS SWARTKOPS AND MOTHERWELL: This Metro is watching. Bring these killers to book. Fast.

We will not march next week and forget next month. We will not light candles and go home. We will fight for justice for Sandile and Mazizi, and we will fight for the next child who is still alive today because of what we do right now.

NOT IN OUR NAME. NOT IN OUR METRO. NOT AGAIN.

Come forward with information:
Detective Captain Pieterse – SAPS Swartkops: 082 442 1684
Captain Petrus – SAPS Motherwell: 082 771 4573
Crime Stop: 08600 10111 — you can stay anonymous

Mr Tim Macquire
Chairperson
Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk
070 400 3419

Mr Anele Kondile
Spokesperson
Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention
079 490 0420

NELSON MANDELA BAY DISTRICT YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION DESK

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

Date: 20 April 2026

RE: RECOMMENDATION FOR NEW BRIGHTON YOUTH CRIME PREVENTION DESK

To New Brighton YCPD

The Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk hereby issues this letter of recommendation for the New Brighton Youth Crime Prevention Desk following their outstanding visibility and participation during the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Schools Outreach Programme in Nelson Mandela Bay.

While we commend all stakeholders led by DOJ&CD, this letter specifically recognises the contribution of our New Brighton structure.

We noted with appreciation that the New Brighton Desk was present and active during the outreach to six high schools in New Brighton and KwaZakhele, including Cowan, Sophakama, Ithembelihle, Newell, KwaZakhele, and Masibambane High School.

We particularly commend the New Brighton Desk for:
● Being on the ground and visible during a critical government programme
● Representing youth voices in spaces where constitutional education and crime prevention intersect
● Demonstrating readiness to partner with DOJ&CD, SAPS, and other stakeholders
● Setting an example of active citizenship for learners in their own community

The presence of a local Youth Crime Prevention structure at such initiatives strengthens the message to learners: crime prevention starts with us, in our own streets. The New Brighton Desk showed discipline, commitment, and understanding of their mandate.

We therefore recommend the New Brighton Youth Crime Prevention Desk for:
1. Inclusion in future multi-stakeholder programmes in the Metro
2. Capacity building support from District, Province, and National structures
3. Recognition by SAPS and DOJ&CD as a key community partner in New Brighton

We are confident that this structure will continue to grow and make a meaningful impact in the fight against youth crime.

For any queries regarding this recommendation, please contact the undersigned.

Yours in safer communities,

Mr Tim Macquire Spokesperson
Chairperson
Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk
070 400 3419

Mr Anele Kondile
Spokesperson
Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk
079 490 0420

A PROUD MOMENT OF EXCELLENCE AND LEADERSHIP 🎓👏🏽

We extend our heartfelt and proud congratulations to our Deputy Chairperson, Asisipho Vundle, on graduating with her Diploma in Law Enforcement.

This outstanding achievement reflects not only her academic dedication, but also her strength, discipline, and leadership as a young woman making a meaningful impact in our communities. As the Deputy Chairperson of the Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk, she continues to play a vital role in advancing community safety and empowering young people.

Her success is a powerful reminder that young leaders are not waiting for the future—they are shaping it now.

Siyazingca kakhulu ngawe, sisi. Your journey continues to inspire us all. 🌟

Sicela neepics, Brownie! 😂🫶🏽👏🏽🙌🏽

The Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk Executive proudly extends its most powerful and resounding congratulations to Lt General Ncata on his appointment as Provincial Commissioner of the Eastern Cape.

This appointment is not by chance, it is a recognition of proven leadership, discipline, and an unshakable commitment to the safety of our communities. We have witnessed your leadership at district level, your decisive command, and your dedication to crime prevention structures on the ground.

Today, the Eastern Cape gains not just a Commissioner, but a tested leader, a strategist, and a champion of community safety.

We are confident that under your leadership, the fight against crime will be intensified, strengthened, and driven with purpose.

Congratulations, General Ncata. The mandate is in the right hands.

🚨 Young Leaders Taking a Stand Against Crime!

The Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk recently hosted a successful Junior Commissioners’ Competition, bringing together young leaders from schools across the district under the theme “Young Leaders for a Safer Tomorrow."

The competition created a powerful platform for learners to share innovative ideas and practical solutions on tackling crime, addressing gender-based violence, and promoting safer school environments.

This impactful initiative was made possible through collaboration between the South African Police Service (SAPS), Community Police Forum (CPF), Department of Education, Department of Community Safety, Nelson Mandela Metro Police, and other partners committed to empowering the youth.

👏 We congratulate all the participants for their confidence, leadership, and commitment to building safer communities.

🏆 Competition Results: 🥇 1st Place: Chermaques Harris – Hillside Technical High School (Gelvandale)

🥈 2nd Place: Mbali Mvomvo – Qaphelani High School (New Brighton)
🥉 3rd Place: Cassidy Daniels – Sanctor High School (Bethelsdorp)
4️⃣ Yonela Xhola – Khumbulani High School (Humewood)
5️⃣ Lusiba Lukhwe – James Jobele High School (Motherwell)

The future is bright when young people step forward to lead and protect their communities.

The Youth Crime Prevention Desk applauds Masifunde Learner Development for their recent safety and fire drill at Changemaker Academy. 🔥🚨

Even from afar, we see the impact, preparing learners to respond to emergencies, building confidence, responsibility, and ambassadorial skills.

Prevention is key to safer communities. Initiatives like this teach more than safety—they inspire young people to take care of themselves, their peers, and their neighborhoods.

Thank you, masifunde learner development, for empowering our youth and shaping responsible leaders for a safer Nelson Mandela Bay.

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NMB Youth Crime Prevention Desk

Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk

As the Class of 2025 begins their final exams, we extend our heartfelt wishes of strength, focus, and success. 🎓

Your dedication, resilience, and determination have brought you this far — now is the time to shine. May your hard work pay off, your minds remain sharp, and your confidence carry you through every paper.

Good luck, Class of 2025 — we salute you! 💪

From the Nelson Mandela Bay District Youth Crime Prevention Desk