Chairperson, I move without notice:
That the Council -
(1) notes with disgust and shame the brutal killing of IFP leader and also mayor of Nongoma, Mr Joseph Bhekumuzi Sikhonde;
(2) notes the presence of individuals who are working against the ongoing peace process between the ANC and the IFP; (3) calls on the police to leave no stone unturned in finding the killers;
(4) gives its full support to the leaders of the ANC and IFP for working together to achieve peace and stability in KwaZulu-Natal;
(5) conveys its heartfelt condolences to the Sikhonde family and the IFP; and
(6) wishes a speedy recovery to Mr Mhlongo, who was critically injured in the attack.
Motion agreed to in accordance with section 65 of the Constitution.