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Benoni Man, 26, Disappears After Travelling to Mabopane to Visit His Mother A Gauteng family is appealing for public assistance after 26-year-old Mpho Andrew Mafatshe reportedly disappeared while travelling from New Modder, Benoni, to Mabopane, Pretoria, to visit his mother. His whereabouts have remained unknown since Saturday, 7 November 2026, raising concern among relatives who have been unable to establish whether he reached his intended destination. The family is urging residents in Benoni, Mabopane and surrounding areas to share any information that could help trace his movements. What happened before Mpho Mafatshe disappeared? According to information provided to Missing Person South Africa, Mafatshe informed his sister that he intended travelling from his home in New Modder, Benoni, to visit their mother in Mabopane. He was reportedly last seen at approximately 16:39 on Saturday. At around 21:00, his sister attempted to contact him to establish whether he had arrived safely. However, his cellphone was switched off. Repeated attempts to reach him have reportedly been unsuccessful, leaving his family without confirmation of his whereabouts. Description of missing Benoni man Mafatshe is 26 years old and was reportedly wearing the following clothing when he was last seen: - Blue and white tracksuit trousers. - Blue and white sneakers. - A blue long-sleeved shirt. He is described as approximately 1.65 metres tall, weighing around 75 kilograms, with a medium build, black hair and black eyes. Family appeals to Benoni and Mabopane residents The appeal extends to people who may have seen Mafatshe in New Modder, elsewhere in Benoni, along the route towards Pretoria or in Mabopane. Anyone who travelled on public transport with him, noticed him at a taxi rank or may have information about his movements on Saturday afternoon is encouraged to come forward. Even seemingly minor information could assist investigators and the family in establishing what happened after he left Benoni. Anyone with information about Mpho Andrew Mafatshe's whereabouts is urged to contact: - Family contact: 076 898 2324 - Missing Person South Africa: 068 176 9574 - SAPS Crime Stop: 08600 10111 Questions remain over his disappearance As the search continues, Mafatshe's family is still waiting for answers about his disappearance and whether he ever reached Mabopane. His last reported movements and the circumstances surrounding the loss of contact remain important details that need to be established. Any credible information should be shared with the family or the relevant authorities so that his whereabouts can be determined. The public is urged to circulate the missing person appeal responsibly and avoid spreading unverified claims. Finding Mpho Andrew Mafatshe and establishing what happened to him must remain the priority.