THAISI, Tello Maria

Age 51

Description
A supporter of the Dikwankwetla National Party (DNP) who lost her home in an arson attack and was burnt when petrol was thrown at her and she was set alight by ANC supporters in Botshabelo, near Bloemfontein, on 29 January 1990. DNP members were frequently attacked at this time, allegedly because of the party’s support for the QwaQwa homeland government.