By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
2 September 2025- The African National Congress (ANC) Caucus’ Exco in the City of Ekurhuleni, led by Chief Whip Sizakele Masuku, together with ANC Regional Secretary, Jongizizwe Dlabathi and Zone 10 Executive Committee deployees, will on 3 September 2025, visit the families of six community members who sadly lost their lives in a motor vehicle accident.
The ANC Caucus Chief Whip in Ekurhuleni, Ald. Sizakele Masuku said the tragic incident occurred on 31 August 2025, when a Mazda sedan veered into the Zonkizizwe River along the R550. Masuku said despite the swift response of the City of Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS), six lives were lost, including four members of the same family, a tenant, and a friend from a nearby community.
“The ANC Caucus is deeply pained by this tragic loss that has robbed our community of six precious lives. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and the entire Katlehong community.
“Their pain is our pain, and together we will draw strength as we mourn and honour the departed,” he said.
Masuku further said the ANC in Ekurhuleni also acknowledges and appreciates the ward councillor for maintaining close and direct contact with the affected families and community, which ensured this tragedy was promptly brought to the attention of leadership for support and response.
He added that the visit will take place at
Location: 2375 Mponeng Street, Likole Ext 1 on 3 September 2025, at 10am.
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