I am desperate to find my father.

I am desperate to find my father.

His name is Mafu Nomthutswana Ngqolowa and he was born in Qumbu, Ebalasi, in Eastern Cape. He left home in 1978.

I believe he is somewhere in Pretoria. My mother died a few years ago.

Please send any information and details to Sister Sledgehammer.

Desperate, Johannesburg

Thank you for your letter.

While I usually ignore this type of letter, something about yours touched my heart. I hope there is a positive response to your plea for help.

I have not put your personal details into the newspaper because there is always the chance that conmen and dodgy characters will bother you.

If anyone responds I will send you the details by e-mail. I do hope you find your father. Good luck.