Joburg mayor Makhubo passes away from Covid-19 complications
Johannesburg Mayor Geoff Makhubo has passed away due to complications from Covid-19 on Friday.
Makhubo was admitted to hospital last week after testing positive for the virus.
Acting Mayor and MMC for Health and Social Development Eunice Mgcina has confirmed the mayor’s death.
"We had hoped that the executive mayor would beat the virus and return to work and lead the city as we face this pandemic that has devastated lives and livelihoods. Sadly, it was not to be."
Ekurhuleni mayor Mzwandile Masina is the latest mayor who is in isolation after testing positive for the virus on Wednesday, following his Tshwane counterpart Randall Williams.
Gauteng Cooperate Governance MEC Lebogang Maile says the passing of Makhubo is a big blow for local government.
"We are saddened about mayor Makhubo’s death. This is a huge blow for local government, not only in Johannesburg, but provincially as a whole. He was very disciplined and committed servant, who was dedicated to the service of the people."
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