06/06/2026
((IN PICTURES)) Today the ANC in Tolomane Mnyayiza Region bid farewell to Cde Sithembiso Cele, a committed cadre, educator, leader and lifelong servant of the people.
Comrades, family members, friends and members of the community gathered in solemn unity, dressed in the colours of the movement, to pay their final respects to a leader whose life was defined by service, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to the people.
Cde Cele’s passing has robbed the ANC, the education sector, local government and the broader community of a humble and principled leader who gave his life to the advancement of others. He understood that leadership was not about status or privilege, but about responsibility, discipline and service.
Throughout his life, Cde Cele remained rooted among the people. Whether in the classroom, in the structures of the movement, or in local government, he carried himself with dignity and served with dedication. His work and contribution will continue to live on in the history of the Tolomane Mnyayiza Region and in the lives of those he touched.
The send-off was honoured by the presence of ANC Second Deputy Convenor, Cde Siboniso Duma, together with members of the Provincial Task Team and the Tolomane Mnyayiza Regional Task Team, who joined the Cele family, comrades and the community in celebrating the life of this outstanding servant of the people.
The ANC in Tolomane Mnyayiza Region extends its deepest gratitude to the Cele family for allowing the movement and the people to share in the life and service of Cde Sithembiso Cele. His memory will remain a source of strength and inspiration as we continue the struggle for transformation, dignity and a better life for all.
Hamba kahle Cde Sthe.
Lala uphumule Magaye, Qhawe lamaQhawe ⚫️🟢🟡
