Botswana Family Seeks Help in Finding Missing Father, James David Greig, Last Seen in South Africa

It’s been 16 heartbreaking years since the Greig family in Botswana last saw their beloved father, James David Greig.

Desperate for answers and holding onto hope, the family is once again reaching out to the public, pleading for any information that could lead to his whereabouts.

James, affectionately known as “Jimmy,” is a South African national who worked as a panel beater at Land Rover – Lesedi Motors in Botswana.

A devoted father of three—Richard, Joan, and Valerie—James mysteriously vanished in 2008 after he left Botswana for a work transfer to Cape Town, South Africa.

Despite countless efforts and sleepless nights searching, the family has received no leads. Now, they are turning to the power of the community to help bring their father home.

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Who Is James David Greig?

Full Name: James David Greig

Nickname: Jimmy

South African Passport Number: 561127**************

Occupation: Panel Beater

Marriage: Married in Botswana in 2000 at age 43

Children: Richard, Joan, and Valerie Greig

Last Seen: 2008 in Botswana, heading to Cape Town

Described as an introverted man who occasionally drank alcohol but kept mostly to himself, James was last in contact with his family when he mentioned his transfer. Since then, he has disappeared without a trace.

The family recalls him as a hardworking and loving father who adored his children. His absence has left a void that grows deeper with each passing year.

A Cry for Help From his son

“I need your help to find my biological father,” says Richard, the eldest son.

“We’ve tried everything, but we still have hope. Someone out there knows something. Please, if you’ve seen him or have any information, let us know.”

The Greig family is urging anyone with knowledge of James’s whereabouts to come forward.

Whether you worked with him, knew him, or even spotted him in Cape Town or elsewhere in South Africa, your information could be the breakthrough they’ve been praying for.

Share and Spread the Word

The family is calling on everyone to share this story far and wide. Together, we can amplify their plea and bring them one step closer to a reunion.

If you have any information, no matter how small, please contact the family or local authorities. Let’s help the Greig family find closure and bring James back home.

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