Brakpan Police Sergeant’s Deadly Rampage Shocks Community

Brakpan Police Sergeant’s Deadly Rampage Shocks Community

Brakpan Police Sergeant’s Deadly Rampage Shocks Community

Brakpan, Ekurhuleni – A tragic shooting in Brakpan North’s Sheerwood Gardens on Monday evening, August 26, 2025, has left the community reeling after 40-year-old police sergeant Siboniso Brian Mngadi allegedly killed his wife, Lungile Cornelia Mngadi (Mbatha), and injured four family members, including two children, before taking his own life. The incident, reported around 20:00 on McMillan Street, has prompted a thorough investigation by authorities.

Police and a private security guard responding to gunfire found three women with gunshot wounds, one of whom, Lungile, was declared dead at the scene in the bedroom with multiple injuries. The wife’s mother and a domestic worker were also hurt, while two children aged 15 and 13, belonging to Mbatha’s brother, escaped to a nearby house on Walkden Street after being shot. The injured were rushed to hospitals for urgent care, but Mngadi was absent, later confirmed to have died by suicide.

The motive remains unclear, though reports suggest a domestic dispute preceded the violence. The community, previously describing Mngadi as a gentle figure, is grappling with the shock, as authorities work to piece together the events leading to this devastating loss.

Department of Employment and Labour Trainee Employment Counsellors Programme 2025/2026

Closing Date

12 September 2025 (16:00 for walk-in submissions and midnight for online applications)

Location

Provincial offices across South Africa: Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, North West, Northern Cape, Limpopo, Free State

About the Programme

The Department of Employment and Labour is calling on unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Trainee Employment Counsellors Programme for 2025/2026. This structured 12-month initiative is designed to provide practical exposure in the field of employment counselling.

The programme equips graduates with the skills and knowledge required to support work-seekers, employers, and key labour market stakeholders. Through hands-on training, participants will gain experience in employment services, counselling techniques, and stakeholder engagement, preparing them for meaningful careers in the labour market.

Stipend

Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R7 860.40 for the duration of the programme.

Available Posts and Reference Numbers

A total of 130 positions are available nationwide:

  • Gauteng (16 Posts) – Ref No: GP/2025/08/91206022
  • KwaZulu-Natal (16 Posts) – Ref No: ZN/2025/08/91204620
  • Eastern Cape (16 Posts) – Ref No: EC/2025/08/91206037
  • Western Cape (16 Posts) – Ref No: WC/2025/08/90894267
  • Mpumalanga (8 Posts) – Ref No: MP/2025/08/91206044

  • North West (15 Posts) – Ref No: NW/2025/08/91206018
  • Northern Cape (12 Posts) – Ref No: NC/2025/08/91201065
  • Limpopo (17 Posts) – Ref No: LP/2025/08/91206054
  • Free State (14 Posts) – Ref No: FS/2025/08/91205363

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification in Psychology or Industrial Psychology
  • An Honours degree in Psychology or Industrial Psychology will be an added advantage
  • Preference for candidates registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as:
    • Registered Counsellor (Independent Practice), or
    • Psychometrist (Independent Practice)

Duties and Responsibilities

Trainees will be expected to:

  • Provide administrative support to Employment Counsellors
  • Conduct research on labour market trends and counselling practices
  • Assist in implementing recruitment and selection services
  • Build networks with stakeholders to improve service delivery
  • Register and support work-seekers in accessing employment opportunities

Provincial Enquiries

  • Gauteng: Mr V. Mazibuko – (011) 853 0453
  • KwaZulu-Natal: Mr S. Cele – (031) 366 2162
  • Eastern Cape: Ms A. Mpapha – (043) 701 3093
  • Western Cape: Ms M. Williams – (021) 441 8006
  • Mpumalanga: Ms M. Peerbhaai – (013) 655 8865
  • North West: Mr S. Motlhake – (018) 387 8232
  • Northern Cape: Ms H. van Deventer – (053) 838 1546
  • Limpopo: Ms V. Marole – (015) 290 1655
  • Free State: Ms R. Moses – (051) 505 6249
  • ESSA System Enquiries: Email: Pes@Labour.gov.za | Call Centre: 086 010 1018

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Employment Services of South Africa (ESSA) system.

👉 Click here to apply for the Department of Employment and Labour Trainee Employment Counsellors Programme 2025/2026

Application Requirements:

  • Completed Z83 application form (new format)
  • Comprehensive CV, merged with the Z83 into a single PDF document
  • Clearly quote the job title and reference number of the post you are applying for

📌 Important Notes:

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit supporting documents
  • Applicants must not have participated in a similar programme previously

Closing Date

All applications close on 12 September 2025 (16:00 for walk-in submissions and midnight for online submissions).

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