Sindiso Magaqa (died 4 September 2017) was an ANC politician from Umzimkhulu, KwaZulu‑Natal. He served as Secretary‑General of the ANC Youth League from June 2011 to April 2012 and later became a local councillor. Known as a vocal anti-corruption advocate, his work exposed municipal fraud.
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Magaqa’s Killers
According to hitman Sibusiso Ncengwa’s confession, the assassination was orchestrated by former Umzimkhulu municipal manager Zweliphansi Sikhosana and former Harry Gwala mayor Mluleki Ndobe. They feared Magaqa would expose corruption in a township-hall renovation project. The hit was funded to the tune of R600,000 (R120,000 initially paid, plus R500,000 for legal fees), with promises of further benefits.
Magaqa’s roles in South African politics (Brief)
- National Secretary‑General of the ANC Youth League (2011–2012)
- Provincial Youth League leader in KwaZulu‑Natal
- Elected ANC councillor in Umzimikhulu Local Municipality (2016)
- Outspoken critic of corruption and ally of Julius Malema
