- A few days ago, Onet asked several institutions whether Janusz Waluś is already in Poland. The Polish consulate in Pretoria gave an ambiguous answer
- On Tuesday, information appeared that Janusz Waluś would give an interview. Even his family was surprised by the announcement
- — Our relative is definitely not in Poland yet. We do not want to provide details about his trip to the country for security reasons, family members say in an interview with Onet
- More similar texts can be found on the Onet home page
Many people have been wondering whether Janusz Waluś is already in Poland or is still in South Africa for several weeks. The 71-year-old Pole is one of the most hated people in South Africa. In Pretoria and Cape Town, many people still want him dead. Before his conditional release from prison, one of his fellow prisoners attempted to kill Waluś. However, the Pole survived the attack.
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On April 10, 1993, Janusz Waluś, as an activist of the Conservative Party and the Afrikaner Resistance Movement, shot Clive Derby-Lewis (the leader of the Conservative Party), inspired by the activist Chris Hani, who was expressing socialist views. Before his death, he was the leader of the South African Communist Party and “Umkhonto we Sizwe”, the armed wing of the African National Congress (ANC).
Shortly after the attack, Janusz Waluś was arrested, tried and imprisoned in Pretoria. First, he was sentenced to death. It was later commuted to life imprisonment. Waluś was behind bars for 29 years. There have been numerous attempts to release him on parole over the past 10 years, but they were initially blocked by successive justice ministers in South Africa. Ultimately, Janusz Waluś, after he renounced his South African citizenship and announced his return to Poland, was released from prison on December 7, 2022.
However, he could not leave immediately. He had to spend another two years in South Africa, which is a “probation period” under the law in force in that country. As Janusz Waluś did not commit another crime during this time, he is now a completely free man. His “conditional” period ended in mid-November this year.
A few days ago, Onet asked the Polish Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs whether Janusz Waluś is already in Poland. Both offices have not yet sent us any response.
The question was answered by the Polish consulate in Pretoria. The diplomats said that they could not clearly confirm whether they helped Janusz Waluś in his evacuation to Poland and we must ask the Ministry of Foreign Affairs about it.
— we read in the response signed by Robert Rusiecki, head of the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Pretoria.
Waluś family: Interview? We hear first
Interestingly, on Tuesday, YouTube’s Channel Zero announced that Janusz Waluś would give him an interview on December 10. This information even surprised his family in Poland. In an interview with Onet, his relatives claim that this was not the subject of any arrangements with them or the former prisoner’s Polish defense attorney. The former attacker’s relatives also argue that he is definitely not in Poland yet.
– says one of the representatives of the Waluś family living in Poland.
Our interlocutors also admit that they are surprised that Janusz Waluś decided to talk to the media so quickly. The man realizes that his safety may be at risk even in his homeland. That’s why the first plans were for Waluś not to be public and not to draw attention to himself after his return.
Janusz Waluś. “Hero of stadiums”
Janusz Waluś was born in Zakopane, but his family moved to Radom when he was a child. Here, Waluś, his father and brother ran a glassworks. When it went bankrupt, they moved to South Africa. Janusz Waluś’s brother still lives in South Africa. He accumulated a multi-million fortune there.
Janusz Waluś became a hero of right-wing and conservative circles in Poland while still in prison. His image also appeared on football fans’ banners displayed in stadiums across the country.
Janusz Waluś: The Enigmatic Return and Its Ramifications
So, it appears that Janusz Waluś, South Africa’s public enemy number one, is at the heart of a real-life drama that’s captivating audiences and family members alike – the latter not in a good way, mind you! It’s as if the plot of a “who-done-it” thriller has been lifted straight onto our screens: is he there? Is he not? Is he planning to drop a truth bomb in an upcoming interview?
What Reports Are Saying
Recently, our pals over at Onet decided to dig into the status of Waluś, who seems to be more elusive than my lost left sock. The Polish consulate in Pretoria, bless their ambiguous hearts, gave an answer so vague it could’ve come from a politician. In short, nobody really knows if he’s back home in Poland yet or sunbathing in South Africa! Everyone’s in a tizzy, but nobody’s got a confirmed sighting. It’s like trying to catch a glimpse of Bigfoot!
The Family’s Perspective
Now his family is getting a little antsy about this whole media circus. They’re practically asking, “What’s this interview about?” It seems they weren’t even clued in on this creative twist to Janusz’s return tale. Apparently, they think he’s still packing his bags—probably full of sarcasm and sensationalism, since the last thing he wants is a welcoming committee of angry South Africans waiting to dish out justice!
Janusz Waluś: A Brief History
For those living under a rock or perhaps just blissfully unaware, Janusz Waluś is a 71-year-old Polish-born ex-con who made headlines with a rather infamous act back in 1993. As an activist of the Conservative Party in South Africa, he took a shot (and not just the metaphorical kind) at Clive Derby-Lewis and went on to serve nearly three decades behind bars. Now, gripping tales of his past continue to ripple through the news headlines. You think you’re going to leave that kind of history behind? It’s like trying to ditch a particularly clingy ex!
The Return to Poland
Waluś’s return has been more complicated than a math problem with missing variables. After renouncing his South African citizenship (I guess he’s really committed to this whole “going home” idea), he was finally released but found himself in a “probation period” that made sure he wasn’t sneaking around committing further chaos. The last of that period ended in November, so maybe that’s when he finally said goodbye to the sunburn from South African beaches and hello to the frosty Kraków winters. But wait—where is he now?
The Media’s Playground
Here’s the twist: just as everyone’s scratching their heads over his location, a YouTube channel announces a scoop that he’ll be giving an interview on December 10. Talk about a plot twist! His family is in disbelief and claiming safety might actually be at risk if he digs too deep. It’s like watching a soap opera unfold but with more ominous undertones and fewer commercial breaks!
Hero or Villain?
Whether you see him as a misguided hero or a villain that deserves a never-ending booing session at the stadium, one thing is for sure: Janusz Waluś knows how to keep people talking. Even in prison, he became a sort of cult figure among right-wing factions in Poland. I mean, who wouldn’t want their face plastered on banners during football matches? Nothing says “you made it in life” quite like that!
Conclusion
So, as we await updates that seem to be coming slower than a Sunday stroll, one can only speculate where Janusz Waluś really is. Is he basking in glory back in Poland? Or is he keeping low-key somewhere, shivering slightly as he contemplates his next media move? Drumroll, please! The plot thickens!