The South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) has called for the swift apprehension of the suspect/s that were involved in the murder of former journalist Phangisile Mtshali (56) and her friend Thokozani Phakathi (40).
The pair was shot and killed while driving in Albert Street on the evening of January 4.
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Mtshali was previously a journalist for the Sowetan, Ilanga, The Star, and the SABC.
After she left journalism, she went into public relations before venturing into the health sector.
At the time of her death, Phangisile worked for the Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation as director, focusing on the Global Cancer Disparity programme across Africa and Asia. Across the continent, her organisation supported initiatives in South Africa, Lesotho, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Swaziland, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Malawi, and Uganda.
“SANEF condemns this violent act and calls on law enforcement agencies to work around the clock to arrest the perpetrators, who should face the full might of the law,” said a statement released by the forum.
The Mtshali family told SANEF that Phangisile was a leader who enjoyed farming, traveling, reading, and music.
“As the family of the late Phangisile we are deeply crushed by the sudden loss of our mother and sister. Phangisile was a pillar of strength and hope for not only just the family but the worldwide community. We as a family don’t know how we can ever recover from this. She has been taken away too soon. We can only pray for justice and for God’s grace to carry us through this difficult time. We serve an all-knowing God,” the family said.
Mtshali was laid to rest on Saturday at KwaHlangabeza Farm.
She is survived by her son Chikondi Mtshali, daughter-in-law Thandeka, and grandson.
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