LAW Society of Eswatini Secretary General Thulani Sibandze has conveyed condolences to the Maphalala family, relatives, friends, the Judiciary and the legal fraternity following the death of CJ Maphalala.
Sibandze said the Law Society had learnt of Maphalala’s passing through the media and information circulating on the internet, noting that they had not received an official statement from the Judiciary confirming his death.
“As a Law Society, we are shocked by the news of the passing of the CJ and we pass our condolences to the Maphalala family, relatives, friends, Judiciary and the entire legal fraternity of attorneys,” he said.
Sibandze further extended condolences to everyone who had been touched by Maphalala’s life and work, wishing them comfort following his passing.
MAPHALALA’S DEATH SENDS SHOCK WAVES ON SOCIAL MEDIA
NEWS of the CJ’s death sent shock waves across social media, with members of the public expressing their condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and the nation.
Several social media users shared messages of grief following reports of Maphalala’s demise, with many describing his death as a loss while extending their sympathies to those close to him. The messages came from users who mourned Maphalala and wished his family strength during the difficult period.
Others extended their condolences to the Judiciary, government and the country, while some described themselves as also being touched by his passing. One user conveyed condolences to Maphalala’s family, relatives and friends, while asking God to be with them during the period of mourning.
SOCIAL MEDIA REACTIONS
User 1:
“Condolences to his family, relatives and friends. May the Almighty God be with them during this time. May his soul rest in peace.”
User 2:
“RIP chief justice and condolences to the Maphalala family….”
User 3:
“Condolences to the Maphalala family, friends, colleagues and the country at large. Akusenani, phumula Nyandzeni.”
User 4:
“My sincere and heartfelt condolences to friends and family. Sorry for your loss. We are touched as well.”
User 5:
“Condolences to the Maphalala family, the Judiciary, and the government at large.”
