The late Khoisan Traditional leader who passed away two weeks ago will be laid to rest during an official State funeral at Witdraai in the Kalahari. The funeral is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 30 June, 2012. The late Dawid Kruiper will be reunited with his late wife in the dunes of the Kalahari.

The service begins at 10:00 and will be officially opened by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Mr. Richard Baloyi accompanied by the Acting Premier of the Northern Cape, Ms. Grizelda Cjiekella, MECs Ms. Sylvia Lucas and Ms Pauline Williams. Other members from the Provincial Cabinet and District as well as local mayors are also expected to attend.

Approximately 2000 mourners from across the country and neighboring Namibia are expected to attend the funeral. Included amongst the mourners are traditional leaders, dignitaries from Assmang Mine, SANParks and the Northern Cape House of Traditional Leaders.

On Saturday, 30th June 30th, 2012 all Provincial and National flags are expected to fly half mast as a token of respect and honor to the deceased traditional leader.

Members of the media are invited to cover the proceedings. It should be noted that only accredited members of the media will be allowed to attend. Names and identity numbers of journalists should be forwarded by 28 June 2012, 10h00, to:

Ms Bronwyn Thomas-Abrahams – Office of the Premier, NC
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Mr. Marius Nagel – GCIS NC, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 083 778 9179

Media accreditation will take place at the Molopo Lodge, Andriesvale, as follows:

? 29 June 2012: 15h00 – 17h00
? 30 June 2012: 8h00 – 9h00

Released by Communications Directorate, Office of the Premier Northern Cape
Contact persons:
Bronwyn Thomas-Abrahams
Marius Nagel