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Lindo Mazibuko was one of the 13 commuters who tragically died in a bus crash on the R21 Northbound near the R24 split, close to OR Tambo International Airport, on Tuesday, 11 March.
Sibusiso Mbele mentioned that his friend, Lindo Mazibuko, might have sensed his impending death. Mbele revealed this during the memorial service held at Tshongweni in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, on Saturday, 15 March. Video by Happy Mnguni pic.twitter.com/r1AF7XLGGK
— Daily Sun (@dailysunsa) March 15, 2025LINDO Mazibuko saw his death.
Lindo’s closest friend and colleague, Sibusiso Mbele, shared this revelation during a memorial service on Saturday, 15 March, at Tshongweni in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni.
Lindo (37) was one of the 13 commuters who tragically died in a bus crash on the R21 Northbound near the R24 split, close to OR Tambo International Airport, on Tuesday, 11 March.
Family members hold the coffin of Lindo Mazibuko at the memorial service held at Tshongweni Section in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni on Saturday. Photo by Happy Mnguni
Sibusiso Mbele paid tribute to his best friend, Lindo Mazibuko, at the memorial service in Tshongweni, Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, on Saturday, 15 March. Photo by Happy Mnguni
On the day of the accident, Sibusiso (38) said Lindo posted a touching message on his WhatsApp status.
A farewell message”When you experience loss, people say you’ll go through the five stages of grief… Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. What they don’t tell you is that you’ll cycle through them all every day,” he quoted.
Sibusiso felt that Lindo’s status was like a farewell, a preparation for those who knew him.
“He was aware that we would all have questions about his sudden and unbelievable passing. Today, we are shocked and feeling depressed, wanting to understand why it was him. His message also gives us strength to accept what has occurred,” Sibusiso said.
Nokuthula Masango comforts Thandeka Nxele at the memorial service in Tshongweni, Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, on Saturday, 15 March. Photo by Happy Mnguni
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He added that he had known Lindo since 2022, as they worked together in transportation companies.
“When Lindo left his previous employer, he assured me he would bring me to his new company and kept that promise. His passing has left a void in my life. Whenever I see the truck he used to drive, my heart skips a beat as if expecting to see him. May his soul rest in peace,” Sibusiso said.
Mourners gathered to pay their respects at the memorial service for Lindo Mazibuko, held on Saturday, 15 March, at the Tshongweni Section in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni. Photo by Happy Mnguni
Mourners gathered to pay their respects at the memorial service for Lindo Mazibuko, held on Saturday, 15 March, at the Tshongweni Section in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni. Photo by Happy Mnguni
The impact of lossMbekezeli Zondi said he was devastated by the passing of his friend.
“Lindo was a generous person who loved everyone. On Sunday, 9 March, we spent the whole day with him, and he was happy.
“He informed us that he bought a Corsa. We celebrated with him, sadly we didn’t know that he would pass away.
“Lindo loved speedy cars. He used to joke and say one day they might kill him, and he died in a bus accident,” said Zondi.
A family’s lossLindo’s cousin Ayanda Dubazane said: “We have lost a man who was dedicated to his family. He was close to everyone and a caring person.
“It’s difficult to accept he’s gone. However, we put everyone in God’s hands.”
Hlengiwe Shezi supports Lindo’s wife, Nomndeni Mkhize. Photo by Happy Mnguni.
Lindo’s wife, Nomndeni Mkhize, wrote a heartfelt message that was read aloud by her relative, Thandeka Nxele.
“My love, you were the best person I ever met. You respected everyone, young and old. My heart is heartbroken, but I leave everything to God.
“Rest well, my love. We will always love you.”
Lindo will be buried at Estcourt in KZN on Sunday, 16 March.
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