Pagad calls for justice after Mitchells Plain Moulana shot eight times

A Moulana was gunned down on Wednesday evening in New Lentegeur, Mitchells Plain, on the first night of Ramadan after returning home from prayers at mosque. In a statement issued by the Darul Ulama Association in the Western Cape, they stated that the Muslim community are deeply saddened by the passing of Moulana Mustaqeem Wanza. According to reports, the incident occurred as the Moulana was leading Salatul Taraweegh prayers at the Salaamudien Masjid in New Lentegeur.

They said: “After proceeding to the house of one of his colleagues, a white polo allegedly stopped and shot Moulana Saheb eight times in Candy Tuft Street in New Lentegeur, and he was declared dead on the scene.” He was described as a respected alum (scholar) whose guidance and beautiful rendition of the Holy Quran with his melodious voice touched the hearts of Muslims across the global spectrum. Meanwhile, the Masjied said at this stage the Masjid Imaamat and Committee do not have further details regarding the incident and cannot comment; however extended their heartfelt condolences to the Moulana’s family, loved ones, and broader community. SHOCK: According to reports, the incident took place as the Moulana completed the leading of prayers on the very first night of Ramadan