Eight-year-old Amahle Michel Thabethe disappeared without a trace from Tsakane, Brakpan, on 6 April 2019. She was last seen helping a man who asked for directions — and she never returned. Six years have passed, and her loved ones continue their desperate search. In a renewed plea for public assistance, the South African Police Service (SAPS) recently released a forensic sketch — an age progression image of what Amahle might look like today at 14 years old.

The sketch, created by forensic artists, aims to trigger recognition and bring fresh leads to investigators. Amahle was last seen wearing a blue and white t-shirt and black jeans with heart-printed pockets. Authorities and her family believe someone, somewhere, knows something — and they’re pleading for answers.

Her disappearance shocked the community and devastated her family, who have never given up on finding her.

In a painful twist, the case went cold despite an initial R50,000 reward offered for any information leading to her recovery. Today, the police released an age progression photo to show what Amahle might look like now, at 14 years old.

Authorities and her family plead with the public: “There just has to be someone, somewhere, who saw something. Please help us bring Amahle home.”

🔍 Details

Full Name: Amahle Michel Thabethe
Age: 14 (8 at the time of disappearance)
Gender: Female
Date Last Seen: 6 April 2019
Location: Tsakane, Brakpan, Gauteng
Last Seen Wearing: Blue and white t-shirt, black jeans with pockets printed with hearts
Physical Description / Unique Features: Age progression images suggest she may now have matured facial features, but retains her bright eyes and medium build
Reported Missing By: Family
SAPS Case Number and Station: Tsakane SAPS, case remains under FCS Springs
Contact to Report Sightings:
📞 Lt Col Manaka – 082 332 8157

💬 Family Statements

Nokulunga Nkosi, Amahle’s heartbroken mother, says:

“So many people approach me with empty promises. I have so many regrets. I should never have allowed her to play at the neighbour’s house back then. My advice to parents is: never let your child out of your sight. We are living in a very cruel world.”

Her grandfather, Thomas Nkosi (77), shared:

“She was such a blessing in our lives. I am stressed, my health has suffered, but I believe that God will intervene and bring Amahle back to us. God is existing and nothing is impossible for Him.”

Despite the case going cold, community members remain hopeful, and her name is often brought up in prayer circles, school assemblies, and community forums.

🔐 Safety Tip

Child Safety Reminder: Teach your children never to go anywhere with strangers, even if they seem friendly or ask for help.
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🙏 Help Bring Amahle Home

It’s been six long years. Amahle’s family is still waiting for her return, still hoping that someone knows the truth. If you have any information, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem, please come forward.

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