Former Tshwane mayor Makwarela dies
Tshwane Council Speaker Mncedi Ndzwanana has paid tribute to the late former Tshwane mayor Murunwa Makwarela.
Makwarela passed away on Tuesday morning at the age of 52.
Before his death, Makwarela served as council speaker, councillor and mayor in the capital city.
Circumstances surrounding his death have not yet been confirmed.
Earlier this month, Makwarela was granted R10 000 bail after pleading not guilty to fraud charges in the Specialised Crimes Court.
Makwarela's appearance in court follows his submission of an allegedly fake insolvency clearance certificate to the City of Tshwane.
He used the certificate, which he said was issued by the High Court in Pretoria, to prove that he had should remain mayor.
The court subsequently issued a memorandum disputing his claim that it has issued a certificate clearing the 2016 insolvency status.
The former mayor resigned after the revelation but always maintained his innocence.
The city approached the Hawks to probe the matter, which culminated in Makwarela's court appearance.
He had served as a councillor, council speaker and mayor since November 2021 despite his insolvency status.
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