Strong police presence at Sindiso Magaqa memorial
Hundreds of people have packed a large marquee erected at a sports field near slain ANC Umzimkhulu councillor, Sindiso Magaqa's home.
His memorial service is being held there.
Magaqa was shot two months ago along with two other councillors he was travelling with.
He died in hospital this month.
Grey skies along with cold and wet conditions prevail in Umzimkhulu - symbolic of the mourning period for the Magaqa family.
Mourners have arrived in their numbers, which is a testament to Magaqa’s popularity. There's also a heavy police presence at the venue.
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Earlier Police Minister, Fikile Mbalula, had gone to Sindiso Magaqa's home. He met the family & inspected the car he was shot & killed in. pic.twitter.com/FaQGbsyQst
— Steve Bhengu (@SteveBhengu) September 14, 2017
Among the speakers are family member, Lwazi Magaqa who has described Sindiso being obedient and knowing his place.
Earlier Police Minister, Fikile Mbalula visited the Magaqa family to pay his respects. He was later shown the bullet-riddled SUV that Magaqa was travelling in when he was shot.
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Mbalula then got into a waiting car and left without speaking to reporters who had also been invited.
Mbalula on the threat Magaqa faced leading up to his killing. pic.twitter.com/b35JdpcV6i
— Steve Bhengu (@SteveBhengu) September 14, 2017