Nqabayomzi Kwankwa

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UDM Deputy President Kidnapped and Rescued: A Dramatic Turn of Events

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UDM Deputy President Nqabayomzi Kwankwa's harrowing kidnapping and rescue story unfolds in Cape Town. Find out the shocking details!

UDM Deputy President Nqabayomzi Kwankwa found himself in the middle of a dramatic ordeal when he was kidnapped on his way to Cape Town International Airport. The United Democratic Movement leader, Bantu Holomisa, confirmed the incident, revealing that a ransom had to be paid for Kwankwa's safe release. Armed men ambushed and abducted Kwankwa in Driftsands, Mfuleni, forcing him into their vehicle. Fortunately, after a tense situation, Kwankwa was rescued following the payment of a R10,000 ransom.

The news of Kwankwa's kidnapping sent shockwaves through the political sphere, with many expressing relief at his safe return. The UDM issued a statement confirming the incident and expressing gratitude for Kwankwa's release. The swift action taken to secure his safety highlights the risks public figures face in South Africa.

Despite the alarming nature of the incident, Kwankwa's safe return reflects the importance of swift responses in cases of kidnapping. The reality of such events sheds light on the security challenges faced by politicians and public figures. Kwankwa's resilience in the face of adversity is a testament to his strength and the unity within the UDM amidst crisis.

In a country where crime rates are a significant concern, this incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for improved security measures. Kwankwa's ordeal emphasizes the vulnerabilities faced by politicians, urging for enhanced safety protocols in place. The resolution of his abduction marks a victory for unity within the UDM and a reminder of the commitment to ensuring the well-being of its members.

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UDM's Nqabayomzi Kwankwa a victim of a kidnapping - SABC ... (SABC News)

Party leader Bantu Holomisa confirmed the incident to SABC News. He says the party had to pay a ransom to secure Kwankwa's Release. โ€œThe UDM would like to ...

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UDM deputy president safe after being kidnapped on way to Cape ... (News24)

The United Democratic Movement says its deputy president, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, was kidnapped on Tuesday while travelling to Cape Town International Airport.

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UDM Deputy President Kwankwa released after ransom paid ... (Daily Maverick)

UDM leader Bantu Holomisa said Kwankwa was ambushed and abducted by armed men in Driftsands, Mfuleni. The kidnappers forced him into their vehicle and ...

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Confirmation of kidnapping and rescue of UDM Deputy President ... (United Democratic Movement)

The United Democratic Movement (UDM) would like to confirm that its Deputy President, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, MP, was kidnapped today on his way to Cape Town ...

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UDM's Kwankwa released on R10k ransom following abduction (Johannesburg Sunday World)

The deputy president of the UDM, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, was kidnapped and released for R10,000 ransom on Tuesday.

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UDM deputy leader rescued after kidnapping in Cape Town (TimesLIVE)

UDM deputy leader Nqabayomzi Kwankwa has been rescued after allegedly being kidnapped on his way to Cape Town International Airport on Tuesday afternoon.

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UDM's Nqabayomzi Kwankwa released after being kidnapping (Algoa FM)

The deputy president of the UDM Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, has been released after he was kidnapped in Khayelitsha, in the Western Cape on.

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Kidnapped UDM leader Nqabayomzi Kwankwa paid R25000 ... (Independent Online)

The United Democratic Movement said it did not believe the kidnapping of deputy leader and member of the National Assembly Nqabayomzi Kwankwa was ...

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Parliament Concerned Over Kidnapping of Mr Nqabayomzi ... (Parliament of South Africa)

We are relieved at his subsequent rescue and release following this traumatic ordeal. It has been reported that Mr Kwankwa was on his way to Cape Town ...

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UDM MP Nqabayomzi Kwankwa to skip President's inauguration ... (Independent Online)

Following his hijack and kidnap ordeal on Tuesday, the UDM's Nqabayomzi Kwankwa will not attend the presidential inauguration.

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UDM's Nqabayomzi Kwankwa was abducted from favourite barber ... (TimesLIVE)

UDM deputy leader Nqabayomzi Kwankwa is not attending the presidential inauguration in Pretoria on Wednesday as he needs to recuperate after he was hijacked ...

South Africa: Parliament Concerned Over Kidnapping of Mr ... (AllAfrica.com)

Parliament is deeply shocked and concerned by the kidnapping of Mr Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, a Member of Parliament and the Deputy President of the United ...

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UDM's Nqabayomzi Kwankwa was abducted from favourite barber ... (SowetanLIVE)

UDM deputy leader Nqabayomzi Kwankwa is not attending the presidential inauguration in Pretoria on Wednesday as he needs to recuperate after he was hijacked ...

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