ActionSA Condemns Intimidation of Regional Leader and Welcomes Arrest of Suspect
Press Statement by Mary Phadi
ActionSA Nkangala District Mayoral Candidate
ActionSA Mpumalanga strongly condemns the alleged intimidation of ActionSA Nkangala Regional Secretary, Sibonezo “Sotobe” Nkolanyane, following his participation in a March and March protest in Delmas on 12 June 2026.
The march formed part of ongoing community concerns regarding illegal immigration, law enforcement, and compliance with South African laws. ActionSA maintains that all individuals residing and conducting business in South Africa must do so legally and in accordance with the laws of the Republic.
It is alleged that on 14 June 2026, a local shop owner pointed a firearm at Mr Nkolanyane in Botleng Mandela Informal Settlement. No person should face threats, intimidation, or violence for exercising their constitutional right to peaceful protest and community activism.
We welcome the arrest of the suspect and note that he remains in custody pending his next court appearance on 23 June 2026. We call for swift and decisive action to ensure justice is served.
This incident further highlights the importance of ActionSA’s #Spaza4Locals campaign, which advocates for lawful business practices, proper enforcement of regulations, and economic opportunities for South Africans, while ensuring that the rule of law is applied fairly and consistently.
ActionSA stands firmly behind Mr Nkolanyane and all community leaders who continue to advocate for safer communities, accountability, and the enforcement of South African laws.
ActionSA Condemns Intimidation of Regional Leader and Welcomes Arrest of Suspect
ActionSA Mpumalanga strongly condemns the alleged intimidation of ActionSA Nkangala Regional Secretary, Sibonezo “Sotobe” Nkolanyane, following his participation in a March and March protest in Delmas on 12 June 2026.
The march formed part of ongoing community concerns regarding illegal immigration, law enforcement, and compliance with South African laws. ActionSA maintains that all individuals residing and conducting business in South Africa must do so legally and in accordance with the laws of the Republic.
It is alleged that on 14 June 2026, a local shop owner pointed a firearm at Mr Nkolanyane in Botleng Mandela Informal Settlement. No person should face threats, intimidation, or violence for exercising their constitutional right to peaceful protest and community activism.
We welcome the arrest of the suspect and note that he remains in custody pending his next court appearance on 23 June 2026. We call for swift and decisive action to ensure justice is served.
This incident further highlights the importance of ActionSA’s #Spaza4Locals campaign, which advocates for lawful business practices, proper enforcement of regulations, and economic opportunities for South Africans, while ensuring that the rule of law is applied fairly and consistently.
ActionSA stands firmly behind Mr Nkolanyane and all community leaders who continue to advocate for safer communities, accountability, and the enforcement of South African laws.