Sisulu wants answers about death of André Hanekom while imprisoned in Mozambique
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has directed High Commissioner to Mozambique Mandisi Mpahlwa to engage with authorities there to establish the cause of death of André Hanekom, the 61-year-old South African man who was being held in that country.
Sisulu had requested feedback report, Dirco spokesperson Ndivhuwo Mabaya said.
Earlier, News24 reported that Hanekom's daughter, Amanda, had confirmed that Hanekom had died in custody on Wednesday morning.
Mabaya said the department was also engaging with the high commissioner to ensure that the family was assisted with obtaining the body.
"Most importantly the minister also directed the high commissioner to engage with the authorities in Mozambique around this matter, so that we understand what has happened and what led to his death. As you are aware, the gentleman was in prison," Mabaya said.