Morena Matjila Tembisa, Missing 13 yrs,  Police Appeal for Community Help to Locate Young Boy

Tembisa police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating Morena Matjila, a 13-year-old boy who has been reported missing after leaving his home in Tembisa.

According to police, Morena was last seen on 2 July 2026 when he left his residence without informing anyone of where he was going. Since then, there has been no confirmed information regarding his whereabouts, and authorities are urging the community to remain vigilant as efforts to find him continue.

At the time of his disappearance, Morena was wearing a blue jacket, black tracksuit pants, a brown T-shirt, and brown sports shoes. Police are asking anyone who may have seen a boy matching this description or who has any information that could assist in the investigation to come forward without delay.

The disappearance of a child is a matter of great concern, and every passing day makes community awareness even more important. Family members, friends, and investigators are hoping that someone may have seen Morena or knows something that could help lead to his safe return. Even information that may seem minor could prove crucial to the investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the investigating officer, Warrant Officer S.W. Maela, on 011 926 2970, or report any information to their nearest police station. Authorities have assured the public that all information received will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

The public is encouraged to share Morena’s missing person appeal across social media and within their communities to help increase awareness. Community support has played an important role in many missing person cases, and a single sighting or tip could make all the difference.

Every missing child deserves to be found, and every family deserves answers. Please keep Morena Matjila and his loved ones in your thoughts, remain alert, and report any information that could help reunite him safely with his family.