Online Reporter
Sikhumbuzo Moyo [email protected]
HIGHLANDERS Football Club has paid tribute to its long-serving finance officer, Mrs Sihlalisiwe Mnkandla, who died on Monday morning, describing her as a loyal and dedicated member of the Bosso family whose contribution to the club will never be forgotten.
In a statement, the Bulawayo giants said they were deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Mrs Mnkandla, who had served the club since 2005.
“Highlanders Football Club is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our long-serving Finance Officer, Mrs Sihlalisiwe Mnkandla, who passed away this morning.
“Mrs Mnkandla had been an integral part of Highlanders Football Club since 2005, dedicating more than two decades of her life to serving this great institution. Throughout her years at the club, she carried out her responsibilities with commitment, loyalty and professionalism, becoming a respected and valued member of the Highlanders family,” the club said.
Highlanders said Mrs Mnkandla was more than an employee, but a pillar of the Bosso family whose dedication helped shape the institution over the years.
“To once again find ourselves mourning one of our own is incredibly painful. Mrs Mnkandla was more than an employee of Highlanders Football Club; she was part of the fabric of this institution and a member of the Bosso family who served the club faithfully for many years.
“Her contribution, dedication and years of service to Highlanders will forever be remembered and deeply appreciated.”
The club extended its heartfelt condolences to the Mnkandla family, relatives, friends and colleagues during the difficult period.
“As a club, we stand together in grief, drawing strength from one another as we navigate yet another painful chapter.
“Rest in eternal peace, Mrs Sihlalisiwe Mnkandla.”
Mrs Mnkandla’s death comes as another major loss for Highlanders, with the club once again plunged into mourning following the tragic passing on of chairman Retired Colonel Kenneth Mhlophe, vice chairman Fiso Siziba and treasurer Nkani Khoza as well as female club supporter Mbalenhle Sibanda in a horrific road traffic accident along the Gweru- Bulawayo road on July 23.
