Umalusi, the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training, joins the education fraternity in conveying its deepest condolences to the family of the late Mr Mandla Makupula, a Member of the Executive Council for Education (MEC) in the Eastern Cape, who passed away earlier today after a long illness.

Umalusi officials will remember the late Mr Makupula as a very insightful and knowledgeable MEC who was passionate about education in his deployment as the Eastern Cape Education MEC. He will likewise be remembered for his collegial demeanour, as well as his thoughtful and constructive comments during his stakeholder meetings with Umalusi officials.

When he learned of this shocking news, the CEO of Umalusi, Dr Mafu Rakometsi, extended his heartfelt condolences to Mr Makupula's family, "We mourn with the family of the late Mr Makupula and wish them strength during this difficult time. On behalf of Council and Umalusi staff, I convey our sincere condolences to the entire family" he said.

Issued by: Umalusi