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10th female body discovered in Ekurhuleni after Tembisa cemetery find

Police have confirmed the discovery of an unidentified woman’s body at Mooifontein Cemetery in the Vusimusi section of Tembisa, Gauteng. Investigators and other emergency role-players were at the scene on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

10th female body discovered in Ekurhuleni after Tembisa cemetery find

A woman's body has been discovered at Mooifontein Cemetery in Thembisa South, South Africa, on Saturday morning. South African Police Service spokesperson Brenda Muridili confirmed the discovery, stating that they can only confirm the presence of the body at this stage. The body of a half-naked woman was found at Mooifontein Cemetery, located in the Vusimusi section near an informal settlement.

Residents in the area have expressed shock and fear following the discovery, leading to calls for increased police presence and investigation.

Since the beginning of July, nine bodies of women have been discovered in Ekurhuleni, making this latest discovery the 10th. Eight of these bodies have been identified by their families. Police have arrested three suspects in connection with one of the cases. A crime scene management team and all necessary role players are currently on the scene, with further information expected as preliminary investigations are conducted.

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