Gang shootings rock Manenberg and Bonteheuwel

GANG violence flared up again in Manenberg on Monday evening after a quiet festive season. 

According to sources in the community, an alleged Hard Livings gang member was shot and killed during a drive-by shooting incident on Lyne Road at around 7.35pm.

A resident, who chose to remain anonymous, said: “There have been no shootings during the festive season. Monday was the first. 

Another community member said: “I really don't know how this shooting started. The shooting just started yesterday all of a sudden that was around about 6.30pm after I left for work.

“Thankfully there weren't any shootings on Tuesday morning, but we don't know what to expect.”

Police spokesperson Constable Ndakhe Gwala reported: “Manenberg police are investigating a murder case, following the death of a 22-year-old male in Lyne Road, Manenberg at around 7.35pm on 5 January 2026. 

“The deceased was shot by unknown gunmen, who chased him from Lyne Road to a field. He sustained multiple gunshot wounds on his head and right leg, and he was declared dead by medical personnel on the scene.”

Meanwhile, in Bonteheuwel an alleged Fancy Boys member was shot and wounded in Kiaat Road.

Police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk said that a 35-year-old male was shot and injured around 11.15pm.

Van Wyk stated: “Police members responded to a complaint of a shooting at the mentioned address, and upon arrival on the scene they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his chest. The victim was transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment. The motive for the attack is yet to be determined.”

Ward Councillor Angus McKenzie confirmed that it was a gang-related shooting and that no innocent bystanders were injured.

McKenzie said: “A male, identified as a Fancy Boy gang member, was shot multiple times and is currently in critical condition in hospital, fighting for his life.

“I have personally spoken to the victim’s mother, who is known to me and who has already endured much hardship. As a parent, my thoughts are with her during this extremely difficult time.

He added that the recent surge in gang-related shootings in Bontas se T Block is unacceptable and has placed innocent lives at risk.

McKenzie added: “The ongoing retaliation cycle is reckless and is tearing at the safety of this community.

“I can confirm that credible information received from residents led to the arrest of one of the shooters on Tuesday morning.”