# The South African National Council for the Blind is deeply concerned about reports of extortion against people with disabilities in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape. People with disabilities have reportedly been targeted and extorted in exchange for protection. Executive director Lewis Nzimande says the issue has been known for some time, but police assistance has been lacking. The council is urging immediate action to support and protect these vulnerable people.
Council concerned about reports of extortion against people with disabilities