Aug 15

Murderer of former South African first lady Marike de Klerk granted parole

The man convicted of murdering former South African first lady Marike de Klerk has been granted parole. News 24 reports that the Department of Correctional Services confirmed that Luyanda Mboniswa has been granted parole, which will come into effect on 30 August. DCS spokesperson Singabakho Nxumalo said Mboniswa was sentenced to life imprisonment for De Klerk’s murder, as well as robbery with aggravating circumstances and housebreaking. “In compliance with the Correctional Services Act 111 of 1998, Mboniswa was considered for parole placement having served the minimum required time,” said Nxumalo.