The late deputy leader of Lesotho People's Congress (LPC) Mr. Shakhane Mokhehle was buried in Teyateyaneng after a service at the St. Agnes Anglican Church in the town, on October 29. 

Prime Minister Mr. Pakalitha Mosisili giving condolences said the late Mr. Mokhehle had lived, worked and fought for peace and justice of his country. He was a hero.  

Mr. Mosisili appealed to Basotho to remember all the good things Mr. Mokhehle had done towards the development of the country rather than think about his weaknesses.

The Principal Chief of 'Mamathe Chieftainess 'M’aSenate Masupha said the deceased was a religious man who always put his faith before God and that belief inspired him to be a powerful man who faced all challenges, developmental and political, without fear.

Leader of LPC Mr. Kelebone Maope said Mr. Mokhehle contributed a lot to the amendment of the country's constitution, which now enables Basotho to live peacefully. He did not discriminate people when dealing with human rights issues.

On behalf of the country’s political parties, Dr. Khauhelo Raditapole hailed Mr. Mokhehle as a powerful and disciplined political leader who always worked in accordance with Congress tradition.

The LPC deputy leader Mr. Mokhehle died in Maseru on October 16. He is survived by his wife and three children.

31 October 2005