It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Rosemary Nishebo Mangope, the Queen of Bahurutshe boo Manyane who departed this life on Saturday following a battle with cancer.
Nishebo, as she was affectionately known, was not only a loyal & trusted member of ActionSA but also a beacon of hope and progress in community development across South Africa.
Mmakgosi’s remarkable legacy spans decades of selfless dedication to service and upliftment communities. A highly educated leader, she held multiple degrees including a BA in Social Science, Honours in Sociology, and an MA Social Science from the then University of Bophuthatswana, now the North West University (UNW).
Her passion for education saw her obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development from the Indira Gandhi Open University in New Delhi.
Amongst some of her remarkable achievements was founding the Mmabana Arts Cultural Centers that have produced numerous prominent South African artists. Throughout her career, she held several prestigious positions, including Chief Director at the Department of Sports Arts & Culture, Divisional Executive at the Development Bank of Southern Africa, and CEO of the Arts Council until her retirement in April 2022.
Up until her passing, Mmaarona Mmakgosi remained committed to community development projects through her signature initiatives including Ikanye & Moito Projects. Her campaigns embodied her philosophy of self-reliance and empowerment, captured in the saying “Mphe mphe o a lapisa, motho o kgonwa ke sa gagwe” (Believe in yourself, believe in your own strength).
“We have lost several very dear people in ActionSA over the relatively short period of our existence as a party. All of them are a great loss to us and to South Africa, mindful of their contribution to our political journey. To my family – especially to Connie, my dear wife, Ntshebo was a lot more than a colleague; she was a friend. We are deeply saddened by her passing, and we hold her husband and our dear friend, Kgosi Kwena Mangope, close to our hearts. Nishebo’s passing is another big loss to our country,” said Herman Mashaba, ActionSA President.
Nishebo is survived by her two children, two grandchildren and her husband, Kgosi Kwena Mangope, the leader of the Bahurutshe Boo Manyana Traditional Community.
ActionSA calls upon all South Africans to keep Kgosi Kwena Mangope and the entire Mangope family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Her warm personality, infectious energy, and dedication to community service will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
ActionSA Mourns the Passing of MmaKgosi Wa Bahurutshe Boo-Manyana Rosemary Ntshebo Mangope
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Rosemary Nishebo Mangope, the Queen of Bahurutshe boo Manyane who departed this life on Saturday following a battle with cancer.
Nishebo, as she was affectionately known, was not only a loyal & trusted member of ActionSA but also a beacon of hope and progress in community development across South Africa.
Mmakgosi’s remarkable legacy spans decades of selfless dedication to service and upliftment communities. A highly educated leader, she held multiple degrees including a BA in Social Science, Honours in Sociology, and an MA Social Science from the then University of Bophuthatswana, now the North West University (UNW).
Her passion for education saw her obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development from the Indira Gandhi Open University in New Delhi.
Amongst some of her remarkable achievements was founding the Mmabana Arts Cultural Centers that have produced numerous prominent South African artists. Throughout her career, she held several prestigious positions, including Chief Director at the Department of Sports Arts & Culture, Divisional Executive at the Development Bank of Southern Africa, and CEO of the Arts Council until her retirement in April 2022.
Up until her passing, Mmaarona Mmakgosi remained committed to community development projects through her signature initiatives including Ikanye & Moito Projects. Her campaigns embodied her philosophy of self-reliance and empowerment, captured in the saying “Mphe mphe o a lapisa, motho o kgonwa ke sa gagwe” (Believe in yourself, believe in your own strength).
“We have lost several very dear people in ActionSA over the relatively short period of our existence as a party. All of them are a great loss to us and to South Africa, mindful of their contribution to our political journey. To my family – especially to Connie, my dear wife, Ntshebo was a lot more than a colleague; she was a friend. We are deeply saddened by her passing, and we hold her husband and our dear friend, Kgosi Kwena Mangope, close to our hearts. Nishebo’s passing is another big loss to our country,” said Herman Mashaba, ActionSA President.
Nishebo is survived by her two children, two grandchildren and her husband, Kgosi Kwena Mangope, the leader of the Bahurutshe Boo Manyana Traditional Community.
ActionSA calls upon all South Africans to keep Kgosi Kwena Mangope and the entire Mangope family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Her warm personality, infectious energy, and dedication to community service will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course
May her soul rest in eternal peace.