On the brink of what marks the 19th anniversary of the tragic murder of Cape music icon Taliep Petersen, his wife, Najwa Dirk Petersen , is preparing for a parole hearing that has stirred feelings within the community.
Convicted and sentenced to 28 years for her role in her husband's murder, Najwas upcoming parole hearing on November 26, 2025, looms large over the community and Petersens family alike.
According to the latest reports, the emotional open forum held on Thursday night brought together members of the community, Talieps family, and local policing structures to discuss Najwas possible release.
Organised by the Community Policing Forum CPF, the meeting aimed to cultivate a comprehensive report reflecting the sentiments and concerns of the community, which would then be submitted to the Parole Board, as per reports by Cape Argus .