Durban – The African National Congress (ANC) on Wednesday said it was mourning and paying tribute to two comrades who perished in an accident on their way home from NASREC, Johannesburg, where the 55th National Congress was held.
The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal said Comrade Nkosikhona Mdlalose – Regional Chairperson of the Womens League, Ward 12 Councillor, and member of Exco, as well as the driver, Comrade Mpendulo Khumalo, died in a crash.
Comrade Selusiwe Ntuli survived but was in critical condition. She is a member of the ANC Mzala Nxumalo Regional Working Committee.
They were on their way back to their homes in Mzala Nxumalo Region (Vryheid) when the tragedy struck.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to the families of our departed comrades and we wish them strength during this difficult moment,” the ANC said.
“We are in constant communication with the regional leadership of Mzala Nxumalo Region.”
KZN ANC Deputy Chair Cde Nomagugu Simelane, Regional Chair Cde Sibusiso Mhlongo, and regional leadership were visiting the families to convey messages of condolences on behalf of thousands of ANC members.
“We pray that God Almighty comforts all families, mends their broken hearts, and guides our departed comrades on their journey to eternity,” the ANC said.
