Family mourns Limpopo woman found dead in Kempton Park
She was reported missing in March, and her family received calls demanding a ransom.
The family of Vutomi Mathebula, a 28-year-old woman from Limpopo, is mourning her death after her body was found in Kempton Park, Gauteng. Mathebula's decomposed body was discovered among others dumped in the area. She had been missing since March, and her family received ransom demands. Mathebula hailed from Homu 14-A section in Giyani, her hometown.
Her mother, Emma Mathebula, described her daughter as a friendly, good person who was always smiling, respectful, and supportive. Mathebula took care of her child and was disciplined. Tiyiselani Maringa, a spokesperson for the Mathebula family, announced that a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, and her daughter will be laid to rest on Thursday in Homu 14-A, Giyani. The family is requesting donations of food items for the funeral and anticipates a large turnout.
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