Promise Sibongile Imelda Khumalo was laid to rest, yesterday, at Avalon Cemetery, Soweto.
In a statement released by the Gauteng Provincial Government, President Cyril Ramaphosa had granted her a Special Official Provincial Funeral under Category 2.
She passed away on the 21st of November at the age of 63 at her home.
"My family and I extend our deepest gratitude to the Gauteng Provincial Government for honouring my mother, Sibongile Imelda Promise Khumalo, with a Special Official Provincial Funeral.
"A profound thank you to the Premier of Gauteng, Panyaza Lesufi - and to the President of the Republic of South Africa for recognising her sacrifice, her service, and her remarkable contribution to our nation’s liberation," she said.
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"To the South African Police Service and the ANC Umkhonto WeSizwe Military Wing – thank you for honouring her with dignity and reverence befitting a soldier and a daughter of the soil.
"Your support has given dignity, honour, and comfort to our family on this difficult day," said the bereaved broadcaster.
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