Cape Town – Kalebe Kalebe, who recently faced threats from Kopanong ANC Mayor Xolani Tseletsele after complaining about potholes on social media, has reported receiving an apology from Tseletsele.
The incident occurred at Kalebe’s home in front of his children and was recorded, gaining viral attention.
WATCH: Mayor of Kopanong Municipality in Free State (in white vest and black shorts) went to a resident’s home in Jagersfontein and threatened him in front of his kids. Tseletsele is angry after the resident complained about potholes on Facebook @TheCitizen_News pic.twitter.com/jHkHFIulUK
— Getrude Makhafola (@GetrudeM) November 20, 2023
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has announced Tseletsele’s suspension and initiation of disciplinary proceedings.
In an interview with 947’s Anele Mdoda on Thursday, Kalebe revealed that he had a conversation with Tseletsele the previous day.
“Just yesterday [Wednesday], we had a conversation, and he genuinely apologised. I accepted the apology because, as a Christian, I believe in second chances,” said Kalebe.
Kalebe shared that Tseletsele clarified the situation regarding being prompted to act confrontationally.
“He explained that he allowed his emotions to take control, and some individuals around him influenced his actions.”
According to EWN, Tseletsele, also the youth league provincial chair, claims he is being targeted to hinder his ambitions of becoming a member of the executive council (MEC) in the Free State.
Some within the party accuse Mbalula of thwarting Tseletsele’s MEC aspirations, the report said.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
