Durban, 5 February 2025 – The MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, has condemned the murder of Mandeni Local Municipality Ward Councillor, Phendukani Mabhida. Councillor Mabhida was attacked by unknown gunmen at his home in KwaSithebe Township on Tuesday evening.
Cllr Mabhida served as the ward councillor for Ward 18 having been elected into the position in 2021.
MEC Buthelezi has urged law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate and apprehend those responsible for this crime.
The MEC has extended his condolences to the municipality, the Mabhida family, friends, and colleagues of the late councillor.
Issued by the KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs