Sedibeng District Executive Mayor, Cllr Busisiwe Modisakeng had learned with shock and sadness about the sudden passing of the Municipal Manager Stanley Khanyile.
The Khanyile was shot and killed in Meyersdal by unknown suspects on Saturday. He served as Sedibeng District Municipal Manager from 1 June 2017 until his sudden passing.
Modisakeng said that the passing of Khanyile left family of Sedibeng district municipality and its stakeholders reeling.
“The brutal and inhumane murder of Mr Khanyile has left a devastating pain and sudden loss to the family of Sedibeng District Municipality and its stakeholders”
“I humbly urge that we provide the Khanyile’s family and friends the much-needed space and support during this dark and trying time for their loss and grief and to ensure that Khanyile receives a dignified send-off,” Modisakeng said.
She further expressed her heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the deceased.
“We extent our deepest condolences to the family, friends and his colleagues. His contribution will be sorely missed in the local government community.” Modisakeng said.
The circumstances surrounding his murder are under investigation. Gauteng police spokesperson Brigadier Mathapelo Peters appealed to the public to work with the police to bring Khanyile’s killer to book.
“Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have information that could lead to the apprehension of the suspect, or suspects is urged to contact their nearest police station or to call the Crime Stop number 08600 10111. All information will be treated confidentially,” Peters said.
