Central Gauteng Athletics pays tribute to two respected athletics figures
The athletics fraternity is mourning the deaths of David Mokoena, a coach and technical official, and former Randburg Harriers member Seshophe Mabote.
Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA) has expressed its heartfelt condolences following the deaths of David Tladi Mokoena and Seshophe Mabote, both of whom made meaningful contributions to the athletics fraternity.
Mokoena, who recently passed away, was a member and one of the founders of Flexible Athletics. He was a dedicated member of the athletics fraternity who contributed significantly to the development and administration of the sport in the province.
The late Mokoena was a committed athletics coach who played an instrumental role in identifying, nurturing and developing numerous athletes, particularly in the Orange Farm community.
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Through his dedication, passion and commitment to the sport, he helped create opportunities for young athletes and advance athletics at grassroots level.
According to CGA, Mokoena also served as a provincial technical official, with particular experience in track and field and cross country.
He was a highly experienced official whose knowledge, dedication and commitment to officiating contributed immensely to the successful delivery of athletics competitions in Central Gauteng.
His willingness to serve and share his experience made him a valued member of the technical officials fraternity.
His passing is a great loss to the athletics fraternity. He will be remembered for his selfless service, passion for athletics and the positive impact he made on the lives of many athletes, officials and colleagues.
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CGA extended its deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, athletes, fellow technical officials and the Flexible Athletics Club family during this difficult time.
CGA also mourned the death of Mabote, a beloved former member of Randburg Harriers Athletics Club, who died in early October. He also served on the club’s executive committee for several years.
The late Mabote was a dedicated member of the running community and a passionate distance runner whose resilience, determination and commitment to athletics were evident throughout his involvement with the club.
His love for running and perseverance made him a valued member of Randburg Harriers and the broader athletics fraternity.
Beyond his achievements on the road, Mabote will be remembered for his warm personality, approachable nature and ability to connect with people from all walks of life.
He built meaningful friendships within his club and the wider running community, embodying the spirit of camaraderie, unity and mutual support that makes athletics more than just a sport.
His passing is a great loss to the athletics family.
His contribution to the running community, the friendships he nurtured and the memories he leaves behind will remain part of the legacy he shared with fellow athletes and club members.
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On behalf of the CGA board, management and the athletics fraternity, the organisation extended its heartfelt condolences to the Mabote family, his loved ones, friends and the Randburg Harriers family.
CGA encouraged all affiliated clubs and members of the athletics community to keep the family and everyone who knew and loved Mabote in their thoughts during this period of mourning.
