Thembisa ward 89 councillor dies after short illness
Born in Limpopo, Vlr Albert Makhubela served and lived in Thembisa before his untimely death.
Sworn into his Thembisa Ward 89 councillor role in November, Clr Albert Makhubela (49) died on January 30 after a short illness.
Born in Limpopo, Makhubela served and lived in Thembisa before his untimely death. Although Makhubela’s tenure as an ANC ward councillor was a short one, Siphelele Nxele, the spokesperson of the speaker of the council, said Makhubela had an illustrious history of servanthood.
“Well-known by his community, he exemplified the values of an astute leader who encouraged development and led with a selfless mindset. He was a member of the Transport Planning and City Planning, Section 79 Oversight Committee,” said Nxele.
Overwhelmed by his untimely death, speaker of council alderman Patricia Kumalo registered grief at the loss of yet another councillor in such a short space of time.
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“We can never say death has become familiar, no matter how many times it happens. Makhubela still had much to contribute in public service and was excited to be part of the council, losing such a valuable person is indeed tragic,” said Kumalo.
“May his family, friends, his ward, community at large and his political home, the ANC, find peace and comfort during this trying time.”
Council held an extraordinary sitting where it declared a civic funeral for Makhubela in line with council’s funeral policy.
The funeral proceedings will be conducted in line with the current Disaster Management Act regulations.
“In consultation with the Makhubela family, it was decided that a memorial service will not be held as the funeral will be held in Louis Trichardt, Limpopo. Funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course,” said Nxele.
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