Two in court for Khethamabala Sithole's murder
Two suspects are appearing before the Palmridge Magistrate’s Court on Thursday in connection with the murder of IFP Member of Parliament Khethamabala Sithole.
Sithole was gunned down during a community meeting at the Buyafuthi hostel in Katlehong on the East Rand on Saturday, last week.
The suspects, aged 30 and 32, face charges of murder and two counts of attempted murder.
Gauteng police spokesperson Mavela Masondo says investigations are ongoing and more arrests are expected.
"It was reported that unknown men opened fire on the group of people gathered for a meeting. Sithole was declared dead on the scene while two more people were taken to hospital with gun shot injuries. One of the two injured was treated and discharged while the other one is still in hospital.
"On Monday, the team brought in three people for questioning, two of them, aged 30 and 32, were linked to the incident while the third person was released.
"More arrests are expected as investigation continues."
Sithole's memorial service is expected to get underway at the Germiston Civic Centre this afternoon.
The IFP Deputy President and Minister of Public Service and Administration, Honourable Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi, is expected to deliver the keynote address during the service.
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