The Department of Home Affairs and the Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigation (the Hawks) are intensifying their investigation into the identity fraud case involving former Miss South Africa finalist, Chidimma Adetshina. The model, who withdrew from the competition earlier this year, has been implicated in a scandal involving her mother’s alleged theft of another woman’s identity.
On Tuesday, the Home Affairs Department disclosed that three officials connected to the corruption case have been identified, though one has since passed away. The investigation has also successfully identified the original victim of the identity theft.
The victim, born in 1982, applied for her ID document in 1995 in Tshwane. However, when she went to collect the ID, she was told it was available in Johannesburg, a location where she had not applied. Complications continued when she tried to register her child’s birth in 2001, only to discover that a birth had already been registered under her ID number. This child was revealed to be Chidimma Adetshina.
After months of struggle, the victim was eventually issued a new ID number, which allowed her to register her child properly. The Home Affairs Department has confirmed that the details from the victim’s initial ID match those recorded for Adetshina’s mother.
Advocate Constance Moitse, head of the Home Affairs counter-corruption unit, informed Parliament that Adetshina’s mother has yet to respond to a letter sent by the department regarding the investigation. Her response will be pivotal in determining the validity of the ID currently held by her and the subsequent steps to be taken.
In light of these revelations, if it is confirmed that Chidimma Adetshina was indeed born in South Africa under the stolen identity, she will be required to apply for a new ID. The case highlights significant issues within the Home Affairs system and underscores the need for stringent measures to prevent and address identity fraud. The investigation continues as authorities seek to resolve the case and ensure justice for all parties involved.
In other news – Cde Chinx’s widow has died
Patricia Simon Makoni, the widow of renowned Zimbabwean music legend Cde Chinx, has passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. She died on Sunday, although the duration of her illness has not been publicly disclosed. Patricia’s passing comes just a few years after the death of her husband, who was celebrated for his contributions to Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle through his music. Cde Chinx, whose real name was Evans Kanjira, succumbed to cancer in 2021.
Patricia Makoni was known for her appearances in many of her husband’s music videos, showcasing her support and involvement in his career. Read More
