SASOLBURG.- A DA councillor was shot dead at his home in Zamdela on Monday evening, just 10 days before the Local Government Elections.
Thulani Mbana, a proactive councillor in the Metsimaholo Local Municipality, was killed in a shooting that has left residents and colleagues in deep shock.
The motive for the attack is unknown. Local police investigations are currently underway.
Ster reached out to the local police and the regional DA for comment, but no responses had been received at the time of publication.
The tragic killing comes amid a tense political climate as parties campaign across the country, though authorities have not yet confirmed any link between the murder and politics.
Tributes and condolences have flooded social media as friends, colleagues and community members mourn a dedicated leader.
Refiloe Teixeira paid tribute on social media: “Too sad. Rest in peace, Mkhaya. Gone too soon. May your soul rest in peace. You will be missed.”
Moeketsi Mantso also expressed his condolences to Mbana’s family and friends.
“May his soul rest in peace,” he wrote.
Lisebo Victorious Masoha also shared heartfelt messages of support with the grieving family.
This is a developing story.
