Police appeal for help locating missing Cofimvaba woman.

COFIMVABA – Eastern Cape police are appealing to the public for assistance in locating 40-year-old Nomaxa Mtheli, who has been missing since Monday, 5 October 2026.

According to a statement issued by the Office of the Provincial Commissioner on Friday, 9 October, Mtheli left her home in the Banzi Administration Area, Komkhulu Locality, at approximately 11:00.

She reportedly boarded a taxi to Cofimvaba to purchase groceries. Her disappearance was reported to Cofimvaba police on Friday, 9 October.

Police said Mtheli’s father, who reported her missing, was not at home when she left. As a result, it is unknown what clothing she was wearing at the time.

Police are urging anyone who may have seen Mtheli or has information that could assist in locating her to come forward.

Anyone with information is requested to contact investigating officer Constable Luzuko Mgoduso on 081 206 1727.