'We are trying to be strong' - slain Ivory Park taxi boss laid to rest

19 December 2018 - 09:48 By PENWELL DLAMINI
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Mourners gathered to remember slain Ivory Park Taxi Association vice-chairperson Sam Sibisi on Tuesday December 18.
Mourners gathered to remember slain Ivory Park Taxi Association vice-chairperson Sam Sibisi on Tuesday December 18.
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Preaching and music did little to lift the spirits of taxi industry representatives who packed the Rabie Ridge hall in Midrand on Tuesday to mourn the death of Ivory Park Taxi Association (Ipta) vice-chairperson Sam Sibisi.

Taxi bosses, officials from the City of Johannesburg and community leaders described Sibisi as a man who had dedicated his life to the taxi industry.

Gospel groups took turns singing famous hymns to try to lift the mood of the memorial, which was sombre as the industry gathered to mourn the loss of another member gunned down in taxi violence.

Programme director Sihle Ndlovu even admitted how difficult it was for him to lead the service. "Brethren, it is difficult, but we are trying to be strong," he said.

Sibisi was gunned down at his Ivory Park home on December 11 in front of his children. Police said a vehicle came by his house and occupants opened fire, before it sped off.

No arrests have been made.

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