SEDAWA VILLAGE – Police in Hoedspruit under the Mopani District have intensified the search operation for a 1-year-9-month-old boy Kahlodi Mokibelo, who was reported missing on Friday, 02 April 2026 at approximately 16:00.
According to information received, the child’s mother, who resides in Sedawa village, was informed by one of her children that they had been playing with the toddler, but later could not account for his whereabouts.
The mother immediately initiated a search with family members around the village; however, their efforts yielded no success. Community members subsequently joined the search, including combing nearby areas and a river in the vicinity, but the child could still not be located.
Following the initial report, police activated a search and investigation. These efforts have since been intensified, with police and other relevant stakeholders continuing with operations to locate the missing child.
The search remains ongoing.
Police appeal to anyone with information that may assist in locating the child to urgently contact the Investigating Officer, Captain Daniel Mukansi on 082 573 4773, or Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or use the MySAPS App. All information received will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.