A special prayer service at a chapel at OR Tambo International Airport on Thursday will mark the arrival of the remains of KwaZulu-Natal student Sinegugu Myeni, who died in the Philippines on July 10.
KZN premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube said she would accompany Myeni's family and relatives as they officially receive her remains.Dube-Ncube and Zululand district mayor Thulasizwe Buthelezi have been instrumental in the repatriation of Myeni's remains to South Africa.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Myeni family. As the provincial government we do not want the family to suffer the pain of the loss of their beloved daughter alone. The provincial government had taken a decision to assist with the repatriation process and the funeral arrangements to ensure Sinegugu is given a dignified send-off,” said Dube-Ncube.
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