Opposition parties pay tribute to Cde Mbazo

also served with Cllr Ntuli on the portfolio committee on Infrastructure and Technical Services, said Ntuli's untimely passing had left many people in great shock.

“He will no doubt leave a tangible void as the chair of our portfolio committee. Among his many antics and quips, I'll never forget him casting his signature dimpled smile towards the house and reminding us to pray always.

Lala kahle Mphemba,” Cllr Makhan stated.

National Congress, we wishing you courage and peace in this time of mourning. May his soul rest in peace,” stated IFP KwaDukuza.

Paying its tribute, ActionSA

KwaDukuza, through its Caucus Leader Cllr Nel Sewraj, said Ntuli was a “good natured” and “pleasant-spirited human being”.

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Opposition political parties in KwaDukuza have taken the time to pay tributes to the late KwaDukuza Deputy Mayor, Thulani Mbazo Ntuli, who died suddenly last week. Ntuli collapsed outside the municipal buildings, and was declared deceased on arrival at hospital.

The DA Whip in KwaDukuza Council, Cllr Privi Makhan, who

The IFP KwaDukuza constituency also issued a statement, describing the late Ntuli as an “honest man”.

“Words cannot express how saddened we are of his passing; he was an honest man who loved his job always willing to listen regardless of which political party you came from. We extend our hands of comfort to his family, friends, colleagues, all councillors and the African

“Despite all his achievements, he maintained a spirit of humility. He didn't think himself to be better than others. There was no pride in his heart or arrogant in his demeanour. We knew him to be a meek and modest man. As a politician, Ntuli exhibited immense wisdom and never failed to maintain a level-headed disposition.

“During many tense council debates and standoffs, Ntuli demonstrated an uncanny ability to pacify disgruntled parties and broker peace among councillors. We will miss him. ActionSA offers heartfelt condolences to the Ntuli family, and friends and associates of 'Mbazo'. We pray for their peace and strength in this difficult hour,” Sewraj said.

Unidentified bodies at local SAPS

KwaDukuza SAPS are appealing to members of the public with the identification of unidentified bodies.

• An unknown black male, found afloat in the Umvoti River at Nkukhwini area. Body was found on 27 October 2022. The deceased was wearing a black t-shirt and green pants.

• An unknown black male was found floating in Umvoti River, in

October 2022. The deceased was wearing black shorts and a dark coloured t-shirt, and he was estimated at 20-years-old.

• The body of an unknown black male, found on 19 September 2022, on the side of the R102 in Ntshawini, at about 02:00am. The victim was rushed to KwaDukuza Clinic, but passed away. He was clad in light brown pants and a maroon short sleeved t-shirt.

• On Tuesday, 18 October 2022, a human skeleton was found in a cane field, in Kearsney. A blue and red rain jacket and a floral bedding comforter were found on the scene.

If anyone has information regarding the above cases, please contact KwaDukuza SAPS on (032) 551-8200, or contact SAPS Crime Stop on (08600) 10111.

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Reporter

The Democratic Alliance (DA) Ilembe Constituency has welcomed the overwhelming victory by the party's Federal Leader, John Steenhuisen, who was reelected at the weekend, trouncing aspirant Dr Mpho Phalatse by a huge margin.

The party's elective congress took place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, over two days. DA Ilembe Deputy Chairperson Krsna Sing said the mood at the congress brought a sense of hope as the party gears up for the 2024 general elections.

The congress also saw DA KwaZulu-Natal walking away with the Best Performing Province Award for 2021.

Local Temple observes

Ram Naumi

Ram Naumi was observed on Thursday last week at the Shree Hanuman Temple in Stanger Manor. “May we all rise and shine following the path of righteousness uplifting our community towards spiritual progress and happiness,” said Madhun Sobram Sing. Pictured are Ajen Singh, Bikrum Singh and Madhun Sobram Sing at the Shree Hanuman Temple.