The South African Muslim Network (SAMNET) said it was deeply concerned by an attempted bombing at the Masjidur Rahman Mosque in Durban North, on Monday morning.
SAMNET called for unity among all South Africans in the face of these attempts which it said sowed discord and hatred.
Dr Faisal Suliman, SAMNET Chairperson, said the attempt to terrorise was an assault not only on the Muslim community but on all South Africans, all faiths, and all people who valued peace, tolerance, and unity.
He added that the attempted bombing at the mosque was a stark reminder of the dangers posed by terrorism and extremism by those seeking to divide us through fear and violence.
“This incident echoes the tragic attacks on mosques, synagogues, and churches in South Africa and around the world. Whether it is the Christchurch Mosque shootings and violent attacks in New Zealand, Canada, Europe, and India, or on synagogues and churches and other places of worship, these acts of terror are unacceptable and must be unequivocally condemned.
“We also call for and support our law enforcement agencies and state security in their efforts to investigate this crime and bring the perpetrators to justice. We urge anyone from the community with information about this incident to come forward and assist the police in their efforts to protect our communities,” said Suliman.
Police KZN spokesperson Thenjiswa Ngcobo said police in Greenwood Park were investigating a case of illegal possession of explosives after the discovery of two home-made explosive devices at a Mosque along Kenneth Kaunda Road.
The Mercury