Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Northern Cape

UPINGTON - The police in Riemvasmaak are investigating the circumstances behind the disappearance of Kgwaile Andries Tau, who was reported missing on 25 December 2025.
Kgwaile was last seen at work at Bakenrandt Farm when he reported sick and was released from work on Wednesday, 24 December 2025.

According to information, Kgwaile left his workplace but never reached the room where he is residing.

He is originally from Limpopo, and his family has not seen him either.
The public is requested to assist with the search efforts.

He was wearing brown chino pants, a blue T-shirt, and a blue-and-white baseball cap.

Anyone with information can contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Peterson, on 071 074 7194 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

All efforts will be highly appreciated, and the public is reminded that there is no waiting period to report a missing person.

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Enquiries:
Sgt Omphile Masegela
079 5282 901

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