Political parties condemn killing of IFP parliament representative

POLITICAL parties have condemned the killing of the IFP’s Member of Parliament, Khethamabala Petros Sithole, who was allegedly assassinated in Katlehong, Gauteng, on Saturday evening.

- SIYABONGA SITHOLE

IFP national spokesperson Mkhuleko Hlengwa described the murder of the 68-year-old as shocking and devastating.

“It is with shock, sadness, and utter grief that the IFP announces the untimely passing of Mr Sithole, who was assassinated by unknown assailants. The Honourable KP Sithole was a member of the IFP’s National Council and served as the Party’s Deputy Chief Whip in Parliament.”

While details of his murder are still sketchy at the moment, the EFF in Gauteng through its provincial chairperson, Nkululeko Dunga also voiced its condemnation of the murder.

“The EFF in Gauteng extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and comrades of the IFP following the tragic and senseless murder of Hon. Khethamabala Petros “KP” Sithole MP.