Sizwe Sithole
South African anti-apartheid activist
About Sizwe Sithole
Lived 1969 – 1990 (aged 20–21).
Alleged crime and death In October 1988, Sithole was accused of being involved in the murder of fellow MUFC member, Kenneth "Thole" Dlamini, who was killed after testifying against another member in court. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) determined that Sithole had executed Dlamini, who was labeled an informer.
He died by alleged suicide on 3 February 1990 while being held at John Vorster Square police station. The circumstances of his death remained murky, with suggestions that interrogators sought to suppress further disclosures by killing him.
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Who was Sizwe Sithole?
South African anti-apartheid activist (c.1969-1990)
When was Sizwe Sithole born?
Sizwe Sithole was born in 1969.
When did Sizwe Sithole die?
Sizwe Sithole died on 29 January 1990.
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