Truth Games: Nqabakazi Godlozi – dumped in river – Kimpani Mogoai

Sue Williamson
Truth Games: Nqabakazi Godlozi – dumped in river – Kimpani Mogoai, 1998
Laminated colour laser print, wood, metal, plastic
Work: 84 x 121 x 6 cm

Qaqawuli Godlozi was one of three leaders of the Port Elizabeth Black Civic Organisation (PEBCO) abducted by security police from the Port Elizabeth airport on May 8, 1985 and taken to a remote spot where the three men were killed, and their remains were thrown in the Fish River. When the truth came out, 20 years later, the families held a memorial service next to the river, throwing flowers into the water. Kimpani Peter Mogoai and seven security policeman appeared before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission seeking amnesty. Mogoai expressed his deep regret over what happened, and said he wished to be reconciled to the families.