Community pays tribute to their fallen comrade
Mokoena Letsie was known as a man who stood up for inequality and put his people's needs above his own.
The sounds of whistles and tribute songs filled the air at the Mohadin Community Hall this week as community members gathered to honour slain local political activist Mokoena Letsie and reaffirm that his work and values will not be in vain
The physical voice and presence of local political activist Mokoena Letsie (40) have come to an end in this world, but his legacy will live on in the fight against injustice and poverty, louder than ever.
“Our hearts our broken.”
Video: Wouter Pienaar
This was the message that community members and his fellow activists relayed during an emotional memorial service at the Mohadin Community Hall on Wednesday, June 4.
Letsie, who was a prominent leader of the Solidarity Action Committee Collective (Potch for Palestine) movement, was gunned down in his home at the Hashtag informal settlement in Ikageng on May 27.
Ikageng police have confirmed that they are investigating cases of murder and attempted murder related to this incident.
Peete Letsie, the younger brother of Mokoena, stated that the family is broken after losing a father, brother, and husband who cared deeply for his family.
“We are in pain. Our hearts are broken because of what happened. We never thought that he would leave Earth this way. He fought for justice and honesty. We trust that the police will do justice to the family,” added Peete.
The North West MEC for the Department of Community Safety and Transport Management, Wessels Morweng also visited the family of Mokoena to share condolences.
During the memorial service, activists and community members blew their whistles and sang songs in remebererance of their fallen comrade, who was more than just a leader, but also a trusted friend.
“Comrade Mokoena fought for the rights of his people. He would help other families in need, before looking at his own needs. He was selfless in his fight against capitalism and imperialism. He was passionate in the fight against poverty,” stated Shaheen Khan, leader from Potch for Palestine.
The funeral of Mokoena Letsie will take place at the Potchefstroom Town Hall on Saturday, June 6 at 07:00.
