Probe under way following murder of DA Metsimaholo councillor

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Free State says it is deeply saddened and shocked by the death of its Metsimaholo Caucus Leader, Thulani Mbana, who was shot and killed Monday night at his residence at Taylor Park in Zamdela, Sasolburg. The party has lauded Mbana for his service as a councillor and MMC for Spatial Planning and Human Settlements during the DA’s time in government in Metsimaholo. DA provincial leader Roy Jankielsohn says the party trusts police will get to the bottom of the shooting. “Our condolences prayers and sympathy goes to his family and colleagues through this difficult time. The South African Police Service in the Free State has committed to ensure that the team on the ground investigates the shooting and we trust that the investigation will establish the motive for the shooting and ensure that justice is served.”