Central SA
Police and wife ask for help to find missing Bloemfontein father of two─── REFILWE BEKANE 10:00 Wed, 15 Apr 2026
The Parkweg police is requesting the public’s urgent assistance in locating a 45-year-old businessman from Bloemfontein.
Free State police spokesperson, Lt Col Thabo Covane said Ugwu Kenneth Emeka was reported missing by his wife, Sanele Chiwada, following his disappearance on Monday (13/4).
Emeka was last seen leaving his business premises on Harvey Road, situated in the Bloemfontein CBD, early on Monday morning at approximately 06:30. His intended route included transporting his two children to school in Heidedal and afterwards visiting the SARS offices located on Zastron Street in Wesdene, Bloemfontein.
His wife became concerned when he didn’t return. She attempted to reach him on his cellphone at 10:00, but the call remained unanswered. After that, his car was discovered still parked in its usual spot at his business premises.
At the time of his disappearance, Emeka was dressed in an orange T-shirt, black jeans and white sneakers. His wife describes him as a private person who doesn’t have many friends, adding that this is the first time he has ever gone missing.
Any member of the public who may have information regarding the whereabouts of Emeka is urged to contact Capt. Moleboheng Suzan Kgwadi on 082 526 2653. Alternatively, tips can be submitted via the MySAPS App, the SAPS Crime Stop number at 08600 10111, or at any local police station.
Police search for missing Senekal woman
Meanwhile in a separate incident, the Senekal police are appealing to the community for help in finding Mamohau Alina Mokhathi, 41, who has been reported missing from the Tambo Section of Matwabeng near Senekal.
Mamohau Alina Mokhathi from Senekal has been reported missing. Photo: SAPS
According to police reports, Mokhathi’s husband last saw her on Thursday (9/4). She reportedly left their home that morning to head to her place of employment at the Setshabelo Crèche; however, she never arrived back at her residence.
The authorities are treating her disappearance with urgency and ask that any person with information regarding her current location contact Senekal Det. Capt. Calvert on 082 466 7635. Information can also be shared through the Crime Stop hotline at 08600 10111 or reported directly to the nearest police authorities. Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious sightings to the police.
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