ANC condemns the fatal shooting of Lindani Myeni in the United States

21 April 2021

The African National Congress (ANC) condemns in the strongest possible terms the fatal shooting of 29-year old Lindani Myeni by the police in the United States. Mr Myeni was a South African citizen living in the United States.

The ANC calls on the law-enforcement authorities of the United States to thoroughly investigate this tragic incident and ensure that those found responsible for Mr Myeni's death face the full wrath of the law.

The ANC is confident that the South African government will do everything possible within its power to get a full report from the American authorities on the circumstances that led to the death of Mr Myeni in the hands of the police.

We urge our South African government to provide the Myeni family with all the support possible during their moment of grief.

The ANC conveys its heartfelt condolences to Lindani Myeni's family, his wife and children. We wish them strength and fortitude during this difficult time.

Issued by Pule Mabe, National Spokesperson, 21 April 2021