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Mthimkhulu: The intellect from the kasi

Departed: Mthimkhulu PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Departed: Mthimkhulu PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

The late Minister of Environment, Wildlife and Tourism, Dumezweni Meshack Mthimkhulu, has been described by many who knew him as an intellect who remained true to his ‘kasi’ roots.

While the nation mourned, residents of Bontleng, White City, New Canada, New Stands and Old Naledi were particularly heartbroken as they received in the news that one of their own, whom they could easily relate with, had passed on.

The 45 year old passed away on Monday at Sidilega Hospital where he had reportedly been hospitalised for some time.

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