City of Matlosana Undertakes Service Projects Amidst Memorial for Local Councillor
- Karen Scheepers
- Feb 20
- 2 min read
The City of Matlosana Local Municipality is currently balancing a series of scheduled infrastructure tasks with official mourning following the death of a long-serving public representative. This week, the municipality deployed teams to address maintenance backlogs in the Kanana area while local leaders gathered to reflect on the vacancy left in the municipal council.
Maintenance Initiatives and Infrastructure Upkeep
On Wednesday, 18 February 2026, the Community Services and Infrastructure Directorate initiated several projects aimed at addressing the physical condition of the Kanana township. These activities are part of the municipality’s ongoing effort to manage local infrastructure within the constraints of available resources.
The current scope of work includes:
Road Maintenance: Targeted repairs to road surfaces to assist with local traffic flow.
Cemetery Cleaning: Maintenance and clearing of local burial grounds to ensure accessibility.
Love Your Street Campaign: A localized initiative focused on general street cleaning and waste management.
According to municipal statements, these projects are being rolled out across various sectors of Matlosana as part of a routine effort to stabilize service delivery and improve the environment for residents.
Memorial Service for Cllr Molefi Sello
On Thursday, 19 February 2026, the municipality shifted its focus to Mokati Hall in Kanana to hold a memorial service for the late Cllr Molefi Sello. Cllr Sello, who represented Ward 20, passed away on Friday, 13 February 2026, following an incident near the SARS offices. While specific details regarding the circumstances of the stabbing have not been officially released, the event has prompted a period of reflection within the local government.
The service was attended by several high-ranking municipal officials, including:
Executive Mayor: Cllr Fikile Mahlophe
Speaker of Council: Cllr Stella Mondlane-Ngwenya
Single Whip: Cllr Rose Thabanchu
Program Director Cllr Thabo Seabeng and local clergy led the proceedings, which focused on Sello’s tenure as a community leader. Cllr Thabanchu and the Executive Mayor both delivered tributes, noting Sello’s commitment to public service and his role in representing the interests of Ward 20. The municipality has formally extended its condolences to the Sello family and the broader community during this time of transition.
Final Thought
As the City of Matlosana continues its scheduled maintenance in Kanana, the council is also managing the administrative and social impact of the loss of one of its members. The municipality indicates that service delivery remains a priority as it navigates these concurrent events.
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