EFF Swears to Honour Supporter Who Fell to His Death During 10th-Anniversary Celebration at FNB Stadium

• EFF has offered to cover the funeral costs of the supporter who died at the 10th-anniversary celebration at FNB Stadium
• The man fell to his death while dancing in the stands just after EFF leader Julius Malema's address
• Gauteng police spokesperson Masondo Mavela said the police have opened an inquest docket for investigation

JOHANNESBURG - Tragedy struck the Economic Freedom Fighters' 10th-anniversary celebration in Soweto, Johannesburg, when a supporter tragically fell to his death on Saturday, 29 July.

The EFF responded to the news of the man's death with the pledge to honour his life by visiting the deceased's family and taking care of all the funeral arrangements, IOL reported.

The FNB Stadium was packed to the rafters as scores of EFF supporters dressed from head to toe in party regalia descendants on the venue to celebrate the final event in a week of festivities commemorating 10 years since the party’s formation.

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EFF support falls from 5th level ofFNB Stadium

The deadly incident allegedly happened around 4:30 p.m., just after EFF leader Julius Malema delivered his speech. The man was allegedly dancing in the stands on level five of the FNB Stadium when he unexpectedly fell to the second level.

According to police spokesperson Mavela Masondo, an inquest docket into the tragic death has been opened for investigation, and police have gathered multiple statements from witnesses.

Meanwhile, EFF spokespeople Sinawo Tambo and Leigh-Ann Mathys released a statement communicating the party’s condolences.

“We send our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased and pray that his soul rests in eternal peace”

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Malema was addressing scores of EFF supporters and public representatives who filled the FNB Stadium to the rafters during the red berets' 10th-anniversary celebration on Saturday, 29 July, SABC News reported.

Source: Briefly News