Premier of the North West Province, Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi has conveyed condolences to the Matebesi family and the Independent Congregational Church of Southern Africa (ICCSA) community on Monday, 12 January 2026.
Mokgosi is expected to attend the funeral service of Matebesi scheduled for this Thursday, 15 January 2026, at the Grace Bible Church in Mahikeng.
Matebesi was also known as a humble, committed individual who was dedicated to uplifting others.
“His consistent involvement in the provincial government’s programmes, notably, the Premier’s Operation Dignity Programme, as a Patron of the Gender Based Violence Forum and Chairperson of Moral Regeneration Movement in the Ngaka Modiri Molema District, did not go unnoticed, as he selflessly dedicated his time and contribution to restoring dignity and hope to those in need”.
“I wish to, on behalf of the North West Provincial Government, extend our heartfelt condolences to the Matebesi family, the faith-based organisations, and all who were touched by his life and ministry. May we all find comfort in the legacy of faith, love and service that Bishop Matebesi leaves behind”, said Mokgosi.
